Dairy-Free Creamy Pistachio Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this luxurious Dairy-Free Creamy Pistachio Sauce, a plant-based marvel that’s as versatile as it is delicious. This recipe combines the nutty richness of raw unsalted pistachios with the vibrant flavor of fresh basil, pungent garlic, and a tangy twist of lemon juice, all beautifully rounded out by the cheesy undertones of nutritional yeast. A splash of olive oil and water transforms these wholesome ingredients into a silky, smooth sauce, perfect for those avoiding dairy while indulging in bold, creamy flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes and ideal for drizzling over pasta, roasted vegetables, or serving as a dip, this vegan pistachio sauce is proof that indulgence doesn’t have to compromise health-conscious simplicity. Rich, nutritious, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired charm, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your dairy-free repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw unsalted pistachios
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the raw unsalted pistachios, fresh basil leaves, and large garlic cloves.
Pulse the ingredients several times until the pistachios are broken down into a coarse meal.
Add the nutritional yeast, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil into the food processor.
Blend the mixture, gradually pouring in the water, until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. You may need to stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the processor.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Blend for an additional 10-15 seconds to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning or consistency to your preference. If the sauce is too thick, you can add additional water a tablespoon at a time.
Transfer the Dairy-Free Creamy Pistachio Sauce to a serving bowl or airtight container. The sauce can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serve the sauce warm or cold, draped over your favorite dishes, such as pasta, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.2 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1579 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
