Elevate your vegan burger with this Basil Pesto Cashew Cream Sauce, a luxurious blend of fresh basil pesto flavors combined with creamy cashew cream. This rich and aromatic sauce adds the perfect gourmet touch to any plant-based burger, making it a must-try for those seeking a delicious and dairy-free topping. Perfect for adding depth and flavor to your next meal!
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Main Course, sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 80 kcal
- 1/2 cup raw cashews soaked in water for at least 2 hours
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 clove garlic
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
In a food processor or blender, combine soaked cashews, basil leaves, nutritional yeast, garlic, lemon juice, and water.
Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor or blender as needed.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Use immediately as a sauce for your vegan burger, or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to serve.
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