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vegan pesto

Leafy Greens Vegan Pesto


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  • Author: Megan
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: about 1.5 cups 1x

Description

Gluten Free, Vegan, Refined Sugar Free

A delicious pesto made with any of your favorite greens that is smooth and flavorful.  Not only is it vegan, but it is nut free too!  


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup basil
  • 2 cups leafy greens (spinach, arugula, etc.)
  • 3/4 cup shelled hemp hearts
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Combine basil, greens, lemon juice, garlic, salt, nutritional yeast, and olive oil together in a food processor and blend down, scraping edges as needed.
  2. Once that is fairly blended, start adding hemp hearts slowly, and blend until everything is well combined.
  3. Enjoy on top of pasta, chicken, or off the spoon! 🙂

Notes

You can use any leafy greens for this!  I have tried spinach, arugula, and spring mix.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dressings
  • Method: Food Processor
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tbsp