Pesto Rosso (Sun-dried Tomato Pesto)
This is a dairy-free & vegan version of Pesto Rosso, the classic Italian sun-dried tomato pesto. It is easy to make in just a few minutes and is packed with umami flavors. You'll find tons of ways to use this delicious pesto.
Servings 1 ½ cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- ⅓ cup raw almonds or cashews
- ¼ cup fresh basil optional, can also add ½ teaspoon dried basil or skip
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast optional, can use parmesan cheese if preferred
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes plus more to taste
- ¾ cup olive oil add up to an extra ¼ cup if using dry sun-dried tomatoes or if you like a thinner pesto
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients except for the oil.1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, ⅓ cup raw almonds, ¼ cup fresh basil, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Add in half of the oil, pulse to break up the ingredients, and then drizzle in the rest of the oil as the machine runs until you get to your desired texture. Scrape down the sides of the food processor container as needed.¾ cup olive oil
- Taste and add more acid/salt/heat as desired.
- Use immediately or transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you're using it in a recipe, allowing it to come to room temperature before using can help it incorporate more easily.
