Black Garlic Vegan Pesto
Want to make the best Black Garlic Vegan Pesto? You’re in the right place! A rich, unique vegan on classic pesto, infused with the umami richness of black garlic. This recipe isn’t just about flavor; it’s about nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.
This black garlic vegan pesto comes together effortlessly with just a handful of ingredients, just like my Creamy Chili Avocado Pesto, promising a burst of flavor in every spoonful. If you are just one of those pesto lovers, try it with my Whole Wheat Pasta and Pesto Recipe.
- 🌍Cuisine – Mediterranean
- 🕒 Ready In – 5 minutes
- 👩Serves –4
- 🔪Equipment Needed – Blender
- 🛒Main Ingredients – Black garlic, pesto, pine nuts, nutritional yeast
- 📖 Dietary Notes – Vegan, Gluten-free, soy-free, high-protein
- 📊Skill Level – Easy, beginner level
- 🍽️Serve with – Pasta, toast, crispy chilli Brussel sprouts, or replace the guacamole with the pesto and the Deluxe Sweet Potato Chips
- ❤️ Why You`ll Love this RECIPE – Its unique flavor, only 7 ingredients, made in 5 minutes, it’s creamy, cheesy, and so tasty.
Please see the RECIPE CARD at the bottom of this post for the complete list of ingredients and measurements, along with a printable recipe.
Fresh basil leaves
Bright in color, full of aroma, it serves as the foundation of your pesto.
Black garlic
With its fermented umami flavor, it gives the pesto an exclusive taste unlike any other.
Pine nuts
Adds creaminess and protein
Nutritional yeast
Provides that cheesy flavor and is rich in Vitamin B12, an important nutrient for vegans.
Lemon Juice
Adds a tangy touch
Olive oil
Pure extra virgin cold-pressed olive oil adds a smooth texture and healthy fats.
- ADD INGREDIENTS: Add the basil, black garlic cloves, oil, and pine nuts to the blender.
- REMAINING INGREDIENTS: Add the salt and nutritional yeast.
- READY TO BLEND: Blend the ingredients.
- SERVE: Serve with rice, pasta, chips, or refrigerate for later use.
- To prolong the freshness of your black garlic vegan pesto, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Storing your pesto in small portions ensures you have just the right amount for each use, minimizing waste.
- For an extra burst of flavor, toast your pine nuts before blending them into the pesto.
Yes, they offer a concentrated dose of antioxidants and other beneficial compounds found in black garlic.
How is black garlic fermented?lack garlic is fermented through a process of low heat and high humidity over several weeks to months, resulting in its distinctive color, flavor, and texture.
4. How does black garlic taste?Black garlic has a unique flavor profile that is often described as sweet, savory, and slightly tangy with hints of molasses, balsamic vinegar, and garlic undertones. Its taste is mellow and complex, lacking the sharpness and pungency of raw garlic.
How long does black garlic keep?Black garlic can typically be kept for several months when stored in a cool, dry place
Black Garlic Vegan Pesto
Recipe details
- 4 servings
- Prep time: 5 Minutes Cook time: 0 Minutes Total time: 5 min
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black garlic can be a challenge i made a paste with black and elephant garlic i call it "family reunion" please do more BG posts.