Vegan Basil Pesto Pasta
Ingredients
- 1-2 cups packed basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts (walnuts, sunflower seeds, or almonds also work)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp lemon juice; more to taste
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt; more to taste
- 3-4 servings cooked pasta
Preparation
Cook 3-4 servings of pasta according to package instructions.
In a food processor, blend all the pesto ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Add more salt and lemon juice to taste.
Mix the pesto with the cooked pasta and serve.
Notes
This is a quick, tasty, and nutritious vegan meal ideal for easy preparation.
