basil pesto

a simple pesto recipe that can use pine nuts or walnuts!

16 servings | 10-20 minutes

 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups - packed fresh basil

  • 3 Tbsp - pine nuts or walnuts

  • 3 cloves - garlic

  • 2 Tbsp - lemon juice

  • 3-4 Tbsp - nutritional yeast (optional)

  • 1/4 tsp - salt

  • 2-3 Tbsp - extra virgin olive oil

  • 1-3 Tbsp - water, or more as needed

Equipment needed:

  • Cutting board and knife

  • Blender or food processor

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients and blend!

  2. Add more water to thin out, or add other ingredients to adjust taste.

  3. Drizzle over pasta, pizza, or use as a sandwich spread!

  4. Keeps 4-5 days in the fridge in a sealed container, or you can freeze it!

 

miso-tahini dressing

A quick and easy dressing that packs in the protein and flavor!

4 servings | 5 minutes

 

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup - tahini

  • 1 Tbsp - miso paste

  • 1-2 Tbsp - maple syrup

  • 1-2 lemons - the juice

  • 1 Tbsp - tamari or soy sauce

  • 1/4 cup - water

Equipment needed:

  • Mixing bowl + whisk, OR a blender

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients and whisk together or blend!

  2. Add more water, maple syrup, or lemon juice to adjust flavor as you like.

  3. Drizzle over salads or bowls!

  4. Keeps 3-4 days in the fridge in a sealed container.