This Easy Tofu Pesto Sauce is a thick and creamy plant-based pesto and full of plant protein. It is thick enough to serve as a dip, yet still incredibly delicious on pasta. Plant-based and oil-free.
Lately I have been focusing on adding more protein to my diet. And one of my favorite ways to do that is by using high-protein foods in creative ways (helloo tofu chocolate mousse!)
This tofu pesto sauce is another one of those sneaky recipes. Tofu is so high in protein (9g per 3oz serving) and you can't even taste it in the pesto - you just taste that amazing fresh basil flavor!
The tofu creates an incredibly thick and creamy texture for this pesto sauce. It's so deliciously thick that you could even serve it as a dip.
This tofu pesto sauce is also delicious on pasta. And bonus points if you use a bean-based pasta for even more protein!
Step 1. Add all the ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth.
Step 2. Serve as a dip or with your favorite pasta.
Try my creamy vegan pesto spaghetti squash with roasted tomatoes and zucchini! It's a fresh summer recipe loaded with veggies.
If you can't eat pine nuts or other nuts (like almonds or cashews - great in pesto!), use an equivalent amount of sunflower seeds instead.
Use a bit of spinach as a sub. A few leaves of spinach won't affect the taste much and can provide some bulk if you're missing the basil.
Basil is a delicate herb that turns brown easily. So be sure to store this pesto in an air tight container and consider covering the top directly with plastic wrap.
When reheating leftovers, give the pesto a stir before using, as the ingredients may have separated slightly.
Thank you God for fresh summer foods. Thank you for this quick and easy pesto that fuels our bodies. Help us to enjoy this food. Amen.
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This Easy Tofu Pesto Sauce is a thick and creamy plant-based pesto and full of plant protein. It is thick enough to serve as a dip, yet still incredibly delicious on pasta. Plant-based and oil-free.
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