Pesto is a delicious, versatile, and easy to make sauce that can be incorporated in so many ways. Toss with zucchini noodles, top on morning eggs, spread on some Live Organic wraps, drizzle over soup, smother on your favorite protein, use as a salad dressing base, or store in fridge for an awesome veggie dip! Possibilities = endless! Check out these two dairy-free, low carb, keto-friendly pesto recipes!
1) Dairy Free Pesto Recipe
INGREDIENTS: This recipe is inspired by Blair Flynn from balance with b. Loaded with goodness and dairy-free, this will surely not disappoint!
- 1 cup Pili Nuts (or nut of your choice)
- 1 ½ cups basil leaves (packed)
- ¼ - ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp Green Dream Superfood Protein
- ¼ cup hemp seeds
- Salt and pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS:
- Simply toss all ingredients in a food processor or blender, blend, and enjoy!
Servings: 6 | Calories: 271 | Net Carb: 3g | Total Fat: 24g | Total Carb: 7g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 10g
2. Green Dream Avocado Pesto
Get ready for the ultimate pesto recipe! This recipe by Philosophie brings the creaminess of avocado together with the yumminess of a classic pesto sauce. Sure to be a staple in your household!
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 avocado
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Green Dream Superfood Protein
- 1 tsp crushed garlic
- handful of basil
- sea salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
- Simply toss all ingredients in a food processor or blender, blend, and enjoy!
Servings: 3 | Calories: 149 | Net Carb: 2g | Total Fat: 14g | Total Carb: 5g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 3g