Pine Nut Cream
Indulge in the velvety richness of Pine Nut Cream, a luxurious, dairy-free alternative that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Made with soaked pine nuts, a hint of lemon juice, and olive oil, this silky-smooth recipe is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and ready in just 10 minutes of prep time. Optional nutritional yeast adds a delightful cheesy flavor, perfect for enhancing savory dishes. Whether drizzled over roasted vegetables, spread on toast, or used as a creamy pasta sauce, this pine nut cream is the ultimate blend of simplicity and gourmet sophistication. With a short ingredient list and no cooking required, it’s a go-to recipe for plant-based food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams pine nuts
- 240 ml filtered water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
Instructions
Place the pine nuts in a bowl and cover them with warm water. Let them soak for at least 2 hours or overnight for better blending and creaminess.
Drain and rinse the soaked pine nuts thoroughly, discarding the soaking water.
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked pine nuts, filtered water, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
If you'd like a cheesy flavor, add the optional nutritional yeast at this stage.
Blend the mixture on high until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This may take 2-3 minutes depending on your equipment.
Taste the pine nut cream and adjust for seasoning, adding a pinch more salt or a splash more lemon juice if desired.
Pour the finished cream into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Use as a topping, sauce, or even a base for other recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.8 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 70.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1185 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1210 mg | 26% | |
*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.
