Vegan Garlic-Scape Basil Pesto
Basil, pine nuts, and fresh garlic scapes come together in a creamy delicious pesto that is the perfect topping for pasta or ciabatta sandwiches. Dinner ready in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 5 garlic scapes (tender stems and bulbs roughly chopped)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast pine nuts for 5-7 minutes in oven at 350 degrees. Remove when light golden brown.
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings.