Green pesto with olive oil
By: Agi Kaja
Green pesto is a staple in Italian cuisine. This version is 100% vegan! Made with basil, pine nuts, nutritional yeast and extra virgin olive oil, this delicious and aromatic condiment is great for pasta, salads, roasted potatoes and toasts.
Recipe from Whole Food Earth®
Green pesto with olive oil
Category
Spreads and DipsCuisine
MediterraneanServings
4Prep Time
15 minutesGreen pesto is a staple in Italian cuisine. This version is 100% vegan! Made with basil, pine nuts, nutritional yeast and extra virgin olive oil, this delicious and aromatic condiment is great for pasta, salads, roasted potatoes and toasts.
Ingredients
- a large bunch of fresh basil leaves
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8 tbs extra virgin olive oil
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a handful of pine nuts
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5 tbsp nutritional yeast
- salt for taste
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black pepper for taste
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1 tsp of garlic powder
Directions
- Place the basil, olive oil, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, salt and pepper in a jar.
- Using a kitchen blender blend all the ingredients for 3-5 seconds.
- Add pine nuts. Blend for 3 seconds.
- Use it for pasta, salads and toasts. Enjoy!
- You can keep in the fridge for a few days or freeze it.
Agi Kaja
Curating a blend of nourishing recipes, practical nutrition hacks, and intentional living tips. Agi focuses on the "why" behind the products we sell — helping customers build a life that feels as good as it looks. With deep roots in nutrition and a passion for food and health, she spends her days debunking myths, cooking whole foods and highlighting the best ways to fuel a healthy life, ensuring our community stays informed, inspired, and well-fed.
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