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Easy Pesto Rosso

Easy Pesto Rosso combines 9 ingredients for a bold, full-flavored vegan sun-dried tomato pesto without added oil.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 6
Calories: 183kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sun-dried tomatoes
  • ½ cup pine nuts
  • 1 cup basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper more if desired
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary leaves 1-2 teaspoons dry rosemary

Instructions

  • Soak the sundried tomatoes. Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a small dish and cover them without about twice the amount of boiling water. Allow them to rehydrate for about 15 minutes.
  • Toast the pine nuts. Add the pine nuts to a small skillet or frying pan. Toast the nuts over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Be sure to remove them from the pan quickly after toasting to prevent burning.
  • Blend the pesto. Add the tomatoes, pine nuts, tomato paste, miso paste, basil, lemon juice, garlic, crushed red pepper, and rosemary to a food processor or blender. Start blending at a low speed and gradually increase as the ingredients break down. If the pesto is too thick, add more lemon juice or a few teaspoons of water.
  • Taste and finish. Taste the pesto and adjust the spices as needed. Store any unused pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. 

Notes

  • In place of pine nuts, use walnuts or almonds. You can also try hazelnuts.
  • Store fresh pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5 days. 
  • You can freeze unused pesto in an airtight container, freezer bag, or ice cube tray. Add these flavor bombs to your favorite soups, sauces, and stews.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 1414mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 727IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 4mg