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Creamy Fava Greens Pesto

Creamy fava greens pesto is comfort food at its best using a garden staple plant that is both helpful and easy to grow!
Cook Time15 minutes

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw, unsalted cashews (Soaked overnight OR in boiling water for 10 minutes)
  • 2 tbsps nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp tapioca starch
  • 1.5-2 tbsps fresh squeeze lemon juice
  • 1-2 large garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups fava bean leaves
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (Omega boost!)
  • 1/2-1 cup water (divided)

Instructions

  • Prepare your cashews by either soaking them over night OR pour boiling water over them in a bowl and let them sit for ten minutes. While the cashews soak, collect and clean fava greens, removing them from stem of plant.
  • Combine all ingredients to a high speed blender with 1/2 cup of water EXCEPT for your fava greens and walnuts. Blend until mostly smooth, scraping down sides of blender as needed. Add fava greens and walnuts. Pulse to combine, creating a bright green chunky pesto. Add more water in small amounts if needed to create texture you desire.
  • Store in sealed container in fridge for up to a week to use to brighten any dish you love.