- Ingredients
- Pasta (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Arugula (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Basil (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Juice of lime or lemon (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Cashews (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Nutritional Yeast (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Garlic (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Salt (Arugula Pesto Pasta), Vegan Parmesan (Arugula Pesto Pasta)
- Prep Time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Dish
- Main course
- Carbohydrates
- ~50 g
- Couisine
- Italian
- Link
- https://healthygirlkitchen.com/recipes/vegan-arugula-pesto-oil-free/
- Total Time
- ~25 min
- Category
- Pasta, Dips, Spread
- Cook Time
- ~10 min
- Fat
- ~12 g
- Diet
- vegan
- Garden Plants
- Arugula, Basil thai, Basil, Lime
- Picture
- Protein
- ~10 g
- Fiber
- ~4 g
- Calories
- ~350 kcal
Ingredients
Ingredients
| Name | Amount | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arugula (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | cup | |
| Basil (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | cup | tightly packed |
| Cashews (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 0.5 | cup | or other seeds, nuts |
| Garlic (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 2 | cloves | or 1 teaspon of garlic powder |
| Juice of lime or lemon (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | unit | |
| Nutritional Yeast (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 2 | tablespoon | |
| Pasta (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 12 | oz | of choice |
| Salt (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | 1 | teaspoon | |
| Vegan Parmesan (Arugula Pesto Pasta) | optional for topping |
Description
A vibrant, flavorful pesto made with fresh arugula and basil, blended with raw cashews and nutritional yeast for a cheesy, creamy texture—all without any oil. This quick, 5-minute sauce is perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine arugula, basil, lemon juice, cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic, and salt. Blend until well combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, topped with vegan parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes:
- For a nut-free version, substitute raw sunflower seeds for cashews.
- Store leftover pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This pesto also works well as a spread for sandwiches or as a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition per Serving
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Asian Cucumber Noodle Slaw | 180–220 kcal | 3–5 g | 10–13 g | 18–24 g | 4–6 g | 500–800 mg |
| Creamy Basil Pesto with Tofu | ~350 kcal | ~16 g | ~24 g | ~20 g | ~4 g | |
| Smoky Kale | ~70 kcal | ~2 g | ~4 g | ~8 g | ~2 g | |
| Katuk Tacos | ~300 kcal | ~14 g | ~20 g | ~20 g | ~3 g | ~400 mg |
| Green Smoothie | ~120 kcal | ~2 g | ~0.5 g | ~27 g | ~4 g | |
| Pineapple Skin Tea | ~50 kcal | ~0.5 g | ~0.1 g | ~13 g | ~1 g | ~2 mg |
| Arugula Pesto Pasta | ~350 kcal | ~10 g | ~12 g | ~50 g | ~4 g | |
| Cranberry Hibiscus Drink | ~100 kcal | ~26 g | ||||
| Golden Relish | ~25 kcal | ~6 g | ~1 g | |||
| Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries | ~180 kcal | ~2 g | ~7 g | ~28 g | ~4 g | |
| Mediterranean Salad | ~90 kcal | ~1 g | ~7 g | ~7 g | ~2 g | |
| Okra Lemonade | ~90-110 kcal | ~25-30 g | ~2-3 g | |||
| Kimchi Farmstyle | ~20 kcal | ~1 g | ~4 g | ~2 g | ~350 mg | |
| Aloe Vera Juice | ~16 kcal | ~4 g | ~4 g | ~4 g | ~4 g | ~40 mg |
| Gotu Kola Sambol | ~24 kcal | ~1 g | ~2 g | ~2 g | ~1 g | ~360 mg |
| Stinking Toe Juice | ~120 kcal | ~1 g | ~30 g | ~1-2 g | ||
| Water Apple Jam | ~35 kcal | ~9 g | ~0.3 g | |||
| Tomato Basil Onion Salad | ~120 kcal | ~1 g | ~9 g | ~7 g | ~2 g | ~150 mg |
| Canistel Pie | ~230-270 kcal | ~4 g | ~13 g | ~25 g | ~4 g | ~50 mg |
| Mini Sweet Potato Casseroles | ~250-300 kcal | ~2-3 g | ~10-12 g | ~35-40 g | ~4 g | ~50-100 mg |
| Ginger Sweet Tofu with Pak Choi | ~350 kcal | ~18 g | ~20 g | ~25 g | ~4 g | ~900 mg |
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| Pickled Pak Choi stems | ~10 kcal | ~0.5 g | ~2.5 g | ~150 mg |
Written by neighbors in the community guide. Last edited May 19, 2025.Open in Notion