Keto Vegan Pesto
Elevate your plant-based and low-carb culinary creations with this luscious Keto Vegan Pesto! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh basil, creamy raw walnuts, and tangy nutritional yeast, this dairy-free pesto delivers all the classic herbaceous notes without compromising your keto or vegan lifestyle. Fresh garlic and a touch of lemon juice add zing, while avocado oil provides a silky texture that ties everything together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for enhancing zoodles, keto bread, or even as a versatile dip for crisp vegetables. With its bold flavors, nutrient-packed ingredients, and incredible versatility, this pesto is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier, plant-based twist on a traditional favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (packed) Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups Raw walnuts
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Avocado oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the fresh basil leaves to remove any dirt or debris.
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, raw walnuts, nutritional yeast, garlic cloves, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the mixture several times to break down the ingredients until they form a coarse paste.
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the avocado oil. Continue processing until the mixture reaches your desired consistency. For a smoother pesto, blend longer, and for a chunkier texture, pulse intermittently.
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the pesto to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. The pesto will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days or can be frozen for longer storage.
Serve over zoodles, spread on keto bread, or use as a dip for fresh vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1423 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.0 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 604 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 658 mg | 14% | |
*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.
