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Vegan Kale Cashew and Basil Pesto

Vegan Kale Cashew and Basil Pesto Pasta is a fun twist on traditional pesto. The kale pesto is bright and fresh - made with only a few plant-based ingredients, this pesto is dairy-free and oil-free. Ready in just 20 minutes!

Author:

Elizabeth | At Elizabeth's Table

Serves:

4

Prep:

10

minutes

Cook:

10

minutes

TOtal:

20

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Roughly Chopped Stemmed Kale
  • 1 Cup Packed Fresh Basil
  • 1/3 Cup Raw Cashews
  • 2 Tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 8-12 Ounces Pasta of Choice

Instructions

  1. Make the pesto. Blend the kale, basil, cashews, nutritional yeast, and salt in a food processor. With the processor running, pour in the lemon juice to achieve a paste consistency.
  2. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse well.
  3. Transfer the pasta to a bowl and toss with the pesto, stirring evenly to coat. Enjoy!