Ingredients
– 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped
– 1/2 cup nuts (pine nuts, walnuts, or cashews)
– 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
– 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
– Juice of 1 lemon
– Salt, to taste
– Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Making your Vegan Garlic Scape Pesto is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to achieve a delicious result:
1. Prepare the Garlic Scapes: Rinse the garlic scapes under cold water and chop them into small pieces.
2. Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the chopped garlic scapes, nuts, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the Olive Oil: With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
4. Taste and Adjust: Stop the processor and taste the pesto. Adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
5. Store: Transfer the pesto to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for longer storage.
These steps will guide you in creating a vibrant and flavorful Vegan Garlic Scape Pesto that you can enjoy in various dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 4g