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5 Minute Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Recipe

This bright red chunky vegan sun-dried tomato pesto is infused with smooth and tangy flavor, and is perfect for pastas, sandwiches and dips!
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian, Vegan
Servings 8 servings, 2 tbsp per serving
Calories 56 kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • OR Blender

Ingredients
  

  • `1 10oz jar of sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil (using entire jar, including oil)
  • 1/2 cup almonds
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar (can use red wine vinegar if needed, but will change the flavor)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Heat a sauce pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, toss in the almonds and toast until roasted, about 3-4 minutes. This step is important for developing their earthy flavor.
  • Toss all of the ingredients in a food processor and blend until a chunky pesto forms. Note that you are using the entire jar of sun-dried tomatoes, including the oil. Enjoy!

Notes

Tips:
  • You can keep this pesto in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.001gSodium: 73mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword sun-dried tomato pesto recipe, vegan pesto
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