Description
A fresh and vibrant basil pesto vinaigrette with bright lemon and creamy cashew parmesan, perfect for salads or drizzling over roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil
- 1/3 cup cashew parmesan
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor.
- Process until smooth.
- Taste and adjust flavors as desired, adding more salt, lemon juice, or water to thin if needed.
- Transfer to a container and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- Adjust consistency by adding more water for a thinner dressing.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Shake or stir before serving as natural separation may occur.
- Great as a salad dressing, marinade, or drizzle over vegetables and grains.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
