Brazil nuts add a crunchy dose of nutrition to this vegan pesto recipe. These large nuts are loaded with the anti-aging mineral selenium, healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Brazil nut pesto is particularly tasty tossed with pasta, whisked into a vegan salad dressing, or spread on bruschetta.
Brazil nuts add a crunchy dose of nutrition to this vegan pesto recipe. These large nuts are loaded with the anti-aging mineral selenium, healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Brazil nut pesto is particularly tasty tossed with pasta, whisked into a vegan salad dressing, or spread on bruschetta.
Basil Brazil Nut Pesto
Ingredients:
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- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped Brazil nuts
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 5 to 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Crumbled vegan cheese to taste (optional)
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Directions:
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- Place all ingredients in a food processor and puree. Adjust consistency by adding more olive oil or water.
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