bean pesto

This veggie-loaded &amp; protein-packed vegan pesto pasta is bursting with flavor and really easy to make on a weekday! Smothered in creamy sauce, this plant-based 30-minute dinner will have your family licking their plates. It can be prepared ahead of time and also enjoyed cold as a quick lunch!

High-Protein Vegan Pesto Pasta

oz pasta of choice (225 g)

recipe bean pesto

zucchini,

green peas, frozen (160 grams)

asparagus springs, roughly chopped

tbsp toasted pine nuts

yeast

basil leaves

tbsp lemon juice

Heat water for the pasta in a medium...

Heat water for the pasta in a medium pot and bring it to a boil while preparing your pesto.

Once your water is boiling, add the dry...

Once your water is boiling, add the dry pasta and cook according to package instructions. 

Within five minutes before your pasta is done,...

Within five minutes before your pasta is done, add your vegetables (zucchini, green peas and asparagus) into the same pot. 

When this time has elapsed, drain everything and...

When this time has elapsed, drain everything and put your cooked pasta and vegetables back into your pot or large serving bowl.

Scoop your bean pesto on top of the...

Scoop your bean pesto on top of the cooked pasta and veggies, and mix well to combine. Be careful not to mash anything up at this point! 

Divide between serving bowls and garnish with nutritional...

Divide between serving bowls and garnish with nutritional yeast, basil, lemon juice and pine nuts.

Versatile, velvety-smooth vegan white bean pesto, made in minutes with 5 ingredients. It is high protein & can be enjoyed as a sauce, dip or spread!

Vegan White Bean Pesto {High Protein, Nut-Free}

cannellini beans

nondairy milk (I used hemp milk)

nutritional yeast

extra virgin olive oil

garlic,

fine sea salt & pepper

In a food processor or high-speed blender, process...

In a food processor or high-speed blender, process the drained beans, basil, milk, nutritional yeast, olive oil and garlic until blended and completely smooth, stopping the machine several times to scrape down the sides.

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Transfer the pesto to an airtight container. Use...

Transfer the pesto to an airtight container. Use as a dip, spread, a drizzle/sauce for vegetables, or toss with hot pasta.

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