Vegan Pesto
Nutritional yeast gives this vegan pesto a cheesy flavor, while cashews make it creamy. For a nuttier flavor, use dry-roasted cashews or toast them yourself in the oven before processing. Smear this simple spread on sandwiches, toss with warm pasta, or use it as dip for crudités.
Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018
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Ingredients
Directions
Tips
To make ahead: Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze in an ice cube tray. Transfer frozen cubes to a sealable plastic bag. Defrost as needed.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Per Serving:
81 calories; protein 1.2g; carbohydrates 2.3g; dietary fiber 0.4g; sugars 0.4g; fat 7.8g; saturated fat 1.2g; vitamin a iu 224.6IU; vitamin c 2.7mg; folate 7mcg; calcium 11.5mg; iron 0.5mg; magnesium 15.1mg; potassium 57.4mg; sodium 117.5mg; thiamin 0.3mg.
Exchanges:
1 1/2 fat