Creamy Vegan Tofu Pesto
Creamy, bright, and packed with plant-based protein, this Vegan Tofu Pesto is a flavorful twist on a familiar favorite. Blend it up in minutes and use it to jazz up pasta, spread on sandwiches, or scoop it straight from the jar — you’ll want to put it on everything!
Servings 8 servings
Calories 200kcal
Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu drained and pressed
- 2 cups basil
- ¼ cup walnuts
- 4 cloves garlic
- ½ cup nutritional yeast
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Spread over toast, stir into pasta, or enjoy by the spoonful!
Video
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 1.5g