Sugar-Free Creamy Pistachio Sauce
Indulge in the rich, nutty decadence of our Sugar-Free Creamy Pistachio Sauce, a vegan and dairy-free spin on traditional creamy sauces. Crafted from raw shelled pistachios, olive oil, and unsweetened almond milk, this luscious sauce is perfectly balanced with fresh basil leaves, garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of nutritional yeast for a savory depth of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this wholesome delight is free from added sugars, making it ideal for those seeking healthier alternatives. Whether poured over pasta, drizzled onto salads, or served as a dip, this silky, plant-based pistachio sauce brings vibrant taste and creamy texture to any dish. Plus, it keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to five days—perfect for meal prep or quick weekday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw shelled pistachios
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Place the raw shelled pistachios in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for about 10 minutes to soften.
Drain the water from the pistachios and add them to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Add the olive oil, unsweetened almond milk, garlic cloves, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and fresh basil leaves to the blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender with a spatula to ensure even blending.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or pepper according to your preference.
If the sauce is too thick, gradually add more almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, blending until you reach the desired consistency.
Transfer the creamy pistachio sauce to a serving bowl or jar. Use immediately as a sauce over pasta, a salad dressing, or a dip, or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1239 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.2 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1339 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.3 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1531 mg | 33% | |
*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.
