2 proven alternatives for baking, cooking, and more
RATIO:
2 cups basil + ½ cup pine nuts + ½ cup olive oil = 1½ cups pesto
BEST FOR:
BAKING CONTEXT:
Can be used in pesto-flavored dishes.
💡 PRO TIPS:
Blend basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt. Add nutritional yeast for cheesiness. Use immediately or freeze.
RECOMMENDED BRANDS:
Homemade pesto, Basil-pine nut based
RATIO:
1:1 replacement
BEST FOR:
BAKING CONTEXT:
Can be used in pesto recipes.
💡 PRO TIPS:
Check labels for cheese-free. Many traditional pestos are vegan. Choose basil or sun-dried tomato varieties.
RECOMMENDED BRANDS:
Classico, Barilla, Vegan Pesto Sauce, Store-bought options