Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14

Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Recipe - Perfect for Pasta and Sandwiches

by The Chefin Vegan

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

251

Sugar

Fat

27g

This vegan sun-dried tomato pesto is a simple and delicious recipe that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Made with fresh basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil, this pesto has a rich and savory flavor that is sure to please. It is perfect for use as a sauce for pasta or a spread on sandwiches, and it can also be served as a dip for vegetables or crackers. Additionally, this recipe is vegan and gluten-free, so it can be enjoyed by a wide range of people, regardless of dietary restrictions.

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, pulse the basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, salt and pine nuts together into a coarse paste.
2.	Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then slowly drizzle in the olive oil while processing.
3.	Continue processing until the pesto is smooth and creamy.

PROS

This vegan sun-dried tomato pesto is a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional pesto recipes.

It can be used as a sauce for pasta, a spread on sandwiches or as a dip for vegetables.

This recipe is also gluten-free!

CONS

This recipe contains pine nuts which can be expensive and difficult to find.

It also contains a high amount of fat, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This vegan sun-dried tomato pesto is high in vitamins A and C, as well as in antioxidants.
It is also a good source of healthy fats, which can help to reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

	2 cups fresh basil leaves
	5 sun-dried tomatoes , softened
	3 cloves garlic , crushed
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
	1/4 cup olive oil