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Pistou Sauce Or French Pesto Vegan Recipe

Discover the vibrant flavors of Pistou, the French cousin of pesto! This vegan twist skips the pine nuts and parmesan, replacing them with coarse salt for a deliciously authentic taste. Perfect for pasta, pizza, bread, or as a vibrant topping for your favorite dishes. Easily freezable for future culinary adventures! Adapted from Donna Klein's *The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen* and optimized for freezer storage.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 345.7 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Pistou Sauce Or French Pesto Vegan

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How to Make Pistou Sauce Or French Pesto Vegan

  1. Combine 2 cups fresh basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a food processor.
  2. Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Alternatively, finely chop the basil and mix it thoroughly with the remaining ingredients.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Add a pinch more salt or pepper if needed.
  4. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, pizza, or bread. Use as a vibrant sauce for vegetables or grilled meats.
  5. **To Freeze:** Transfer the pistou to a quart-sized freezer bag, pressing out excess air.
  6. Seal tightly, label with the date, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  7. **To Thaw:** Transfer the bag to the refrigerator overnight to thaw slowly. Alternatively, submerge the sealed bag in a bowl of room-temperature water for a few minutes to speed up the thawing process.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

25g

Carbs

1g

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