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Easy Zucchini Pesto

URL: https://detoxinista.com/oil-free-vegan-pesto/

Ingredients

The base

  • 1 cup diced zucchini
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons water

Optional add-ins

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Chop the zucchini into ½-inch pieces and measure out 1 heaping cup.
  2. In a food processor or blender, combine the zucchini, walnuts, basil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and 3 tablespoons of water.
  3. Blend until smooth, adding more water if necessary.
  4. For a cheesier flavor, add Parmesan and olive oil, then blend again.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper as desired.
  6. Serve immediately over pasta, pizza, or as a dip.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
6
Calories
72
Total fat
6g
Total carbohydrates
3g
Total protein
2g
Sodium
196mg
Cholesterol
0mg

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