Low Sodium Pesto Mayonnaise
Elevate your condiments game with this vibrant and flavorful Low Sodium Pesto Mayonnaise recipe! Combining fragrant fresh basil, creamy unsalted cashews, and zesty lemon juice, this healthier twist on traditional pesto delivers a luscious, herb-packed spread that's perfect for those watching their sodium intake. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy depth without the salt, while a blend of olive oil and water ensures a smooth and creamy texture. Mixed with low-sodium or homemade mayonnaise, this versatile condiment is ideal as a sandwich spread, a dip for crisp veggies, or a topping for grilled dishes. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe proves that low sodium can still mean high flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Unsalted raw cashews
- 2 medium Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Mayonnaise (preferably low sodium or homemade)
Instructions
Begin by soaking the unsalted raw cashews in hot water for approximately 10 minutes to soften them. Drain and set aside.
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, softened cashews, garlic cloves, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, and water.
Blend the ingredients on high until a smooth, creamy pesto consistency is reached. You may need to scrape down the sides of the processor bowl to ensure everything is well mixed.
Season with ground black pepper, adjusting the amount to taste.
In a medium bowl, combine the prepared pesto with the low sodium mayonnaise.
Stir thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of pesto throughout the mayonnaise.
Transfer the pesto mayonnaise to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Enjoy as a spread for sandwiches, as a dip for vegetables, or as a topping for grilled meats and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 241.3 g | 309% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 802 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 636 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.
