When plain basil pesto is getting old, it's time to mix things up! This recipe adds in plenty of roasted red peppers for an interesting smoky sweetness. A little sweet, a little cheesy, and super creamy, this red pepper pesto will definitely enter your dinner rotation. Plus it can be made simply by throwing all the pesto ingredients in a blender and then pouring over your pasta of choice.

Roasted Red Pepper Pesto [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cashews, soaked and drained
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 2-3 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 pound of cooked pasta (gluten-free if necessary)

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients (minus pasta) in a high -speed blender and blend until very smooth.
  2. Pour onto hot pasta and mix to combine.

Nutritional Information

Total Calories: 1195 | Total Carbs: 202 g | Total Fat: 25 g | Total Protein: 41 g | Total Sodium: 3310 g | Total Sugar: 20 g Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.


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Kristen Genton

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Kristen Genton is the blogger behind Good Habits and Guilty Pleasures. Growing up in seven different countries has shaped her taste buds to be anything but ordinary as she creates wholesome, healthy, and flavorful recipes. After switching careers to pursue her passion for food by attending culinary school, Kristen has taken the next step by deciding to live a plant-based lifestyle and wants to share her creations with the world.

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