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nuts & seeds plant-based pesto


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  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 ounces fresh basil leaves (about 2 cups)
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, pan-toasted
  • 1/4 cup shelled, roasted, unsalted pistachios
  • 1/4 cup shelled hemp seeds
  • 2 large garlic cloves
  • Juice of 1 small lemon* (2 tablespoons)
  • 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast flakes
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil


Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a blender and puree.
  2. Adjust seasonings.
  3. That’s it!

Notes

Per serving: 160 calories, 16g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 0mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 2g total carbohydrates, 1g dietary fiber, 1g total sugars includes 0g added sugars, 3g protein

*For a lemony twist, grate the peel before juicing the lemon and add desired amount of the zest to taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons