Better Hemp Pesto
Make this better hemp pesto to have on hand when you want a dip or spread or spoonful to give your body and taste buds what they need. Hemp seeds are like the wild salmon of the plant kingdom here’s what they give you with each bite.
Hemp pesto made from hemp seeds
- Packed with omegas – the essentials you need – for healthy hair, skin, nails, hormones, heart, brain and blood sugar
- Basil packs a flavor punch plus a little bit of nutrients like vitamins A, K (more of this one) and minerals calcium, iron and manganese; also antioxidants to help your body do clean up work
- Olive oil for heart health omega 9s
- Lemon juice and zest make it even more alkaline forming and digestively friendly
Ways that you can enjoy hemp pesto
- On a sandwich in place of mayonnaise or as part of a lettuce or turkey wrap if you are skipping the bread
- Atop vegetables – non-starchy ones like cucumber, radish and celery – or starchy ones like sweet potato and polenta
- As a spread on chicken breast or for a protein rich mushroom or cauliflower plant-based option
Better Hemp Pesto
This pesto packs plant protein, essential fatty acids, fiber, iron, magnesium, manganese, and more and it doesn't pack carbs, so pair it with your favorite carb or enjoy it with non-starchy veggies as part of a lower carb pit stop. Great to support blood sugar, hormonal shifts (awesome for hot flashes), heart and brain health. Cashews are optional so you could double the hemp seeds if you prefer no nuts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves tightly packed
- 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
- 2 tablespoons cashews soaked
- 1 small garlic clove roughly chopped
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine basil, hemp, cashews, garlic, lemon zest and juice. Pulse to roughly combine.
- With motor running, slowly pour in 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Process until mixture is smooth, about 10-15 seconds. You will likely need to stop and wipe the edges of the blender or food processor and then resume pureeing.
