No Nuts Vegan Pesto
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No Nuts Vegan Pesto
This simple allergy-friendly pesto sauce gives your everyday meal an extra boost of flavor and creativity on salads, pasta, pizza, potatoes and more.
Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil, stems removed, washed & dried
- 1/3 cup olive oil, divided in half
- 3 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, add half of the olive oil and all of the lemon juice, and then the basil leaves and garlic.
- Run the food processor to blend, scraping the sides when needed.
- With the processor running, gradually add the remaining olive oil, blending until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to 6 months.
Notes
*Substitute ingredients to accommodate your allergies and comfort. Do what works for you to eat safely.
Adopted from The Spruce Eats