Dairy-Free Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Elevate your pasta dishes, sandwiches, and appetizers with this flavorful Dairy-Free Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto! Made with rich, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and creamy raw cashews or pine nuts, this recipe delivers a vibrant burst of Mediterranean-inspired flavor without a drop of dairy. Nutritional yeast adds a deliciously cheesy, umami note, while a touch of fresh lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and completely plant-based, this versatile pesto is perfect for those who love healthy, allergen-friendly cooking. Whether tossed with zucchini noodles, spread on crusty bread, or as a topping for roasted vegetables, its bold and tangy profile is sure to impress. Make a batch today and enjoy this vibrant sauce all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Raw cashews or pine nuts
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (if needed for consistency)
Instructions
Drain the sun-dried tomatoes slightly, leaving a little of the oil to enhance the flavor.
In a food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, cashews or pine nuts, and garlic cloves. Pulse until roughly chopped.
Add the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Blend until the ingredients come together into a smooth and creamy paste, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed.
If the pesto is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time and continue to blend until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
Transfer the pesto to a clean jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.4 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.2 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3292 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 7888 mg | 168% | |
*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.
