Pesto Sauce in 5 Minutes and it's Freezable!

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option, while pecorino is often less expensive.

Combine basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a blender.

Add sesame oil, soy sauce, and lemon juice to the blender.

Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

Stir in grated parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.

Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more soy sauce or lemon juice if desired.

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