~25 min
10 min
~10 min
~350 kcal
Ingredients
Name | Amount | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Arugula (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | cup | |
Basil (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | cup | tightly packed |
Cashews (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 0.5 | cup | or other seeds, nuts |
Garlic (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 2 | cloves | or 1 teaspon of garlic powder |
Juice of lime or lemon (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | unit | |
Nutritional Yeast (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 2 | tablespoon | |
Pasta (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 12 | oz | of choice |
Salt (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | teaspoon | |
Vegan Parmesan (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | optional for topping |
Description
A vibrant, flavorful pesto made with fresh arugula and basil, blended with raw cashews and nutritional yeast for a cheesy, creamy texture—all without any oil. This quick, 5-minute sauce is perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine arugula, basil, lemon juice, cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic, and salt. Blend until well combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, topped with vegan parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes:
- For a nut-free version, substitute raw sunflower seeds for cashews.
- Store leftover pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This pesto also works well as a spread for sandwiches or as a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition per Serving
Name | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kale chips | ~120 kcal | ~4.5 g | ~5 g | ~7.5 g | ~2.5 g | ~200-500 mg |
Creamy Basil Pesto with Tofu | ~350 kcal | ~16 g | ~24 g | ~20 g | ~4 g | |
Smoky Kale | ~70 kcal | ~2 g | ~4 g | ~8 g | ~2 g | |
Katuk Tacos | ~300 kcal | ~14 g | ~20 g | ~20 g | ~3 g | ~400 mg |
Green Smoothie | ~120 kcal | ~2 g | ~0.5 g | ~27 g | ~4 g | |
Pineapple Skin Tea | ~50 kcal | ~0.5 g | ~0.1 g | ~13 g | ~1 g | ~2 mg |
Arugula Pesto Pasta | ~350 kcal | ~10 g | ~12 g | ~50 g | ~4 g | |
Cranberry Hibiscus Drink | ~100 kcal | ~26 g | ||||
Golden Relish | ~25 kcal | ~6 g | ~1 g | |||
Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries | ~180 kcal | ~2 g | ~7 g | ~28 g | ~4 g | |
Mediterranean Salad | ~90 kcal | ~1 g | ~7 g | ~7 g | ~2 g | |
Okra Lemonade | ~90-110 kcal | ~25-30 g | ~2-3 g | |||
Kimchi Farmstyle | ~20 kcal | ~1 g | ~4 g | ~2 g | ~350 mg | |
Aloe Vera Juice | ~16 kcal | ~4 g | ~4 g | ~4 g | ~4 g | ~40 mg |
Gotu Kola Sambol | ~24 kcal | ~1 g | ~2 g | ~2 g | ~1 g | ~360 mg |
Stinking Toe Juice | ~120 kcal | ~1 g | ~30 g | ~1-2 g | ||
Water Apple Jam | ~35 kcal | ~9 g | ~0.3 g | |||
Tomato Basil Onion Salad | ~120 kcal | ~1 g | ~9 g | ~7 g | ~2 g | ~150 mg |
Canistel Pie | ~230-270 kcal | ~4 g | ~13 g | ~25 g | ~4 g | ~50 mg |
Mini Sweet Potato Casseroles | ~250-300 kcal | ~2-3 g | ~10-12 g | ~35-40 g | ~4 g | ~50-100 mg |
Ginger Sweet Tofu with Pak Choi | ~350 kcal | ~18 g | ~20 g | ~25 g | ~4 g | ~900 mg |
Classic gazpacho | ~237 kcal | ~5 g | ~15 g | ~23 g | ||
Pickled Pak Choi stems | ~10 kcal | ~0.5 g | ~2.5 g | ~150 mg | ||
Garlic Mashed Yuca | ~200-250 kcal | ~2-3 g | ~5-10 g | ~45 g | ~2-3 g | |
Roselle Drink | ~40-60 kcal | ~10-15 g | ||||
Baked Jackfruit Strips | ~120 kcal | ~2 g | ~3.5 g | ~22 g | ~2-3 g | ~200-300 mg |
Watermelon Cucumber Salad, sweet & sour | ~877 kcal | ~1 g | ~6 g | ~20 g | ~0.8 g | ~4.3 mg |
Tomato Salsa | ~25 kcal | ~0.5 g | ~6-7 g | ~1-2 g | ~150-200 mg | |
Okra Water | ~10-30 kcal | |||||
Noni Juice / Smoothie | ~250-300 kcal | ~3-4 g | ~3-5 g | ~50-60 g | ~7-9 g | |
Creamy Ayote Soup | ~180 kcal | ~10 g | ~20 g | ~4 g | ||
Caramelized Ripe Jackfruit Strips | ~120 kcal | ~4 g | ~25 g | ~2 g | ||
Baba Ganoush | ~120 kcal | ~2 g | ~10 g | ~6 g | ~2.5 g | |
Cilantro Chimichurri | ~90 kcal | ~0.5 g | ~9 g | ~1 g | ||
Basil Pesto | ~240 kcal | ~3 g | ~24 g | ~3 g | ~1 g | ~120 mg |
Pak Choi Stir fry | ~120 kcal | ~4 g | ~8 g | ~10 g | ~2 g | ~600 mg |