Basil Pesto Recipe (No Nutritional Yeast, Vegan)

Name: Basil Pesto Recipe (No Nutritional Yeast, Vegan)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 clove (~4g) garlic; ½ teaspoon (~25) black peppercorns; 6-7 almonds (see note 2); 2 brazil nuts; 1 fresh jalapeno ((or 7-8 slices from the jar)); 5-6 large green olives (whole, pitted); ½ teaspoon salt; 1 small bunch (~30g) fresh basil (see note 3); 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (see note 4)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:5min

Bright, flavorful, and ready in just 10 minutes, this basil pesto recipe is sure to become a kitchen favorite. Creamy, nutty, and a little spicy, it’s perfect on pasta, sandwiches, or even as a quick dip. For extra tips and notes to make the best pesto, check out the full blog post above.

Updated at: Fri, 24 Oct 2025 20:31:16 GMT