Classic Basil Pesto

AuthorGinny ClarkCategoryDifficultyBeginner
Yields16 Servings
Prep Time10 minsTotal Time10 mins
 1 cup Olive Oil
 1 cup Canola Oil
 2 tsp Kosher Salt
 2 tsp Citric Acid
 2 heads of Garlic, peeled (about 40 cloves)
 1 cup Pine Nuts, toasted
 1 cup Raw Cashews
 2 cups Nutritional Yeast
 4 oz Fresh Basil Leaves
1

Blend first 5-ingredient listed together in high-speed blender or food processor until homogeneous.

2

Add remaining 4-ingredients to the high-speed blender or food processor. Cover, and slowly ramp up speed to med-high, tamping down well.

3

Store long-term in the freezer in a sealed container, for up to 6-months.
Store in the fridge for immediate use, for up to 2-weeks.

Ingredients

 1 cup Olive Oil
 1 cup Canola Oil
 2 tsp Kosher Salt
 2 tsp Citric Acid
 2 heads of Garlic, peeled (about 40 cloves)
 1 cup Pine Nuts, toasted
 1 cup Raw Cashews
 2 cups Nutritional Yeast
 4 oz Fresh Basil Leaves

Directions

1

Blend first 5-ingredient listed together in high-speed blender or food processor until homogeneous.

2

Add remaining 4-ingredients to the high-speed blender or food processor. Cover, and slowly ramp up speed to med-high, tamping down well.

3

Store long-term in the freezer in a sealed container, for up to 6-months.
Store in the fridge for immediate use, for up to 2-weeks.

Notes

Classic Basil Pesto
I'm a vegan flavor-obsessed chef, and a 16-year veteran of the restaurant industry. I love to write about the most flavorful vegan recipes possible, creating easy how-to, articles, product reviews, and more. Plant-based can be delicious and accessible. Cooking up goodies, with chill vibes from the coast and beyond. Let's create something awesome!