Uploaded April 2023 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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This oil-free pesto is the perfect addition to spring favorites asparagus and peas. The pairing of fresh basil and walnuts will make this your new favorite pasta dish.

For the pesto:
-2 cups fresh basil
-3 cloves garlic
-⅓ cup walnuts
-2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
-2 Tbsps plant milk
-Juice from one lemon

Other ingredients:
-Favorite pasta
-Fresh asparagus
-1 cup peas

Method:
1. To make the pest, add the basil, garlic, walnuts, nutritional yeast, plant milk, and lemon juice to a food processor. Blend until smooth, adding more plant milk as needed.
2. Cook your pasta as normal. Add in the asparagus and peas for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
3. Drain the pasta and veggies. Toss with fresh pesto.

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