Dairy-Free Pesto Mayonnaise
Elevate your condiments game with this Dairy-Free Pesto Mayonnaise—a creamy, versatile spread that combines the bold flavors of fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts with the tangy richness of dairy-free mayonnaise. Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this easy-to-make recipe takes only 10 minutes and offers a delectable twist on traditional pesto by incorporating nutritional yeast for a cheesy undertone without the dairy. Whether used as a sandwich spread, a dip for veggies, or a topping for wraps, this vibrant and herbaceous pesto mayo is sure to become your go-to addition for enhancing snacks and meals. Made with wholesome, pantry-friendly ingredients, it’s the ideal way to add a pop of flavor to your favorite dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Dairy-free mayonnaise
Instructions
In a food processor, combine basil leaves, garlic cloves, and pine nuts. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
Add lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Pulse again until the mixture is well combined.
With the food processor running, slowly stream in olive oil until the mixture becomes a thick, smooth paste.
Transfer the pesto base to a medium bowl. Add the dairy-free mayonnaise and gently fold the mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Transfer the Dairy-Free Pesto Mayonnaise into a clean mason jar or airtight container.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld, or enjoy immediately.
Serve as a spread for sandwiches, a topping for wraps, or a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 308.4 g | 395% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.6 g | 213% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2615 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 693 mg | 15% | |
*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.
