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Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce for Irresistible Flavor Boost

Elevate your dishes with this vegan Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce, a quick and flavorful recipe to enhance any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 1 cup Sun Dried Tomatoes oil-packed or plain, drained or soaked
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves substitute with spinach or arugula if needed
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts toast lightly for improved flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic grated for even distribution
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Oregano Leaves optional, substitute with dried if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil add more for a thinner consistency
For Serving
  • 8 ounces Pasta for tossing with the pesto
  • 1 loaf Baguette for spreading
  • 2 cups Raw Vegetables for dipping

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sauce
  1. Prepare your sun dried tomatoes. If using oil-packed tomatoes, drain them well; if using plain, soak in hot water for about 20 minutes until rehydrated.
  2. In a food processor, add the prepared sun dried tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated garlic, vegan parmesan, and extra virgin olive oil. Optionally, add fresh oregano.
  3. Pulse a few times, then blend on high speed for about 30 seconds. Stop to scrape down the sides, checking for a creamy consistency.
  4. If too thick, gradually add reserved water or olive oil until you reach desired texture.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with sea salt, mixing again until fully incorporated.
  6. Transfer the pesto sauce into a clean jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the sauce to sit for at least an hour for the flavors to meld together. Store in an airtight container.

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