Basic Dairy-Free and Vegan Pesto

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Basic Dairy-Free and Vegan Pesto
5 min.
4
179kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your meals with a burst of fresh flavor? This Basic Dairy-Free and Vegan Pesto is the ultimate condiment, dip, spread, or sauce that will bring your dishes to life. Whether you're tossing it with pasta, spreading it on a sandwich, or using it as a vibrant dip for your favorite veggies, this pesto is versatile, delicious, and oh-so-simple to prepare.

In just 5 minutes, you can whip up this delightful blend of aromatic basil, rich pine nuts, and fragrant garlic, all brought together by luscious extra-virgin olive oil. Free from dairy, gluten, and animal products, this pesto caters to a variety of dietary preferences while still packing a nutritional punch. With only 179 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

The best part? It’s customizable! If you’re feeling adventurous, experiment with different nuts or herbs to make it your own. Use it to dress up grilled vegetables, drizzle over baked potatoes, or as a dip for fresh bread. This vegan pesto is not only a feast for your taste buds but also an explosion of vibrant green color on your plate. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this quick and easy recipe that proves healthy eating can be both delicious and satisfying!

Ingredients

  • cup basil 
  •  garlic clove 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts 
  • 0.1 Teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Place the pine nuts in a food processor, followed by the garlic, salt, oil, and finally the basil.Press down the basil before securing the lid.Pulse the ingredients about five times to initiate the mixing action.Blend the ingredients until they well combined, but still a little coarse.

Nutrition Facts

Calories179kcal
Protein3%
Fat93.73%
Carbs3.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.2999999963719%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:178.62kcal
8.93%
Fat:19.31g
29.71%
Saturated Fat:2.28g
14.25%
Carbohydrates:1.51g
0.5%
Net Carbohydrates:1.09g
0.4%
Sugar:0.33g
0.36%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:73.48mg
3.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.39g
2.79%
Manganese:0.82mg
41.21%
Vitamin K:37.59µg
35.8%
Vitamin E:2.78mg
18.53%
Copper:0.14mg
6.84%
Vitamin A:319.01IU
6.38%
Magnesium:25.21mg
6.3%
Phosphorus:53.02mg
5.3%
Iron:0.75mg
4.14%
Zinc:0.6mg
4.01%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.28%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.15%
Potassium:71.23mg
2.04%
Folate:6.97µg
1.74%
Fiber:0.42g
1.7%
Vitamin C:1.38mg
1.67%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.44%
Calcium:13.51mg
1.35%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.33%