Nut-Free, Dairy-Free, Basil, Edamame Pesto

This pesto is so versatile, it can be used on so much more than just pasta. It’s guilt free and very flavorful! I love making a big portion and using it all week. It’s great on fish or chicken, baked over potatoes and, of course, as a pasta sauce. Not only is this pesto guilt-free but it's full of nutrients. Edamame is not only a great source of protein but it's also full of healthy fiber, antioxidants and Vitamin K. And basil has been known to be an anti-inflammatory and a good source of Magnesium and Vitamin A. So feel good about eating this sauce!

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of fresh basil

  • 1 cup of shelled edamame beans, thawed (frozen peas work as well)

  • 1 tsp of ginger

  • 1-2 garlic cloves chopped

  • ½ lemon, juiced

  • ½ tsp fish sauce (If you want to make it vegan you can leave this out)

  • ¼ cup vegetable broth (more or less depending on the thickness you prefer)

  • 2 tbsp dairy-free milk (I prefer coconut or almond)

  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes

  • Salt and pepper to taste

 

Directions

  • Put everything in a small food processor or blender and mix until smooth

 

Robin Goldberg