Vegan Pistachio Pesto

By: Dr Rachel Enright
Vegan Pistachio Pesto
Course
Dips Dressings Sauces
Tags
Healthy Italian Vegan Pesto
Info
  • Servings
    4
  • Prep Time
    20 mins
  • Cook Time
    N/A
Ingredients
  • Basil leaves (thick stems removed) 1 big bunch
  • Raw pistachio nuts 1½ cups
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Fresh parsley, chopped 1 cup
  • Olive oil ½ cup
  • Freshly squeezed juice ½ lemon
  • Pepper to taste
  • Apple cider vinegar ¼ cup
  • Nutritional yeast ⅓ cup
  • Fresh chilli, chopped (optional) to taste

Method

  1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor, blender or Thermomix.
  2. Blend until mixture forms a good paste. Add a few teaspoons of water if you want a thinner pesto.
  3. Enjoy as a sauce with steamed veggies or mix with coconut yoghurt for a delicious dip.
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