Purple (Opal) Basil And Sunflower Seed Pesto

Recipe Ingredients

3 cups	120g / 4.2oz	Purple (opal) basil leaves - - (lightly packed)
1/4 cup	27g / 1oz	Sunflower seeds
4		Garlic cloves - (to 5)
1/3 cup	78ml	Water
2 tablespoons	30ml	Olive oil
1/4 cup	36g / 1.3oz	Vegan soy parmesan cheese
		= (or 2 tbspns nutritional yeast flakes)
1		Salt

Recipe Instructions

In a food processor, place the purple basil leaves, sunflower seeds, and garlic, and pulse a few times to roughly chop. Add the water and olive oil, and process until the basil is finely chopped and the mixture is well blended.

Add the remaining ingredients and process the mixture an additional 30 seconds. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.

Use to add flavor to cooked pasta or grains, sauces, salad dressings, or sandwiches, or as a spread on bread or crackers.

This recipe yields 2 cups.

Source:
The Vegan Chef at http://www.veganchef.com

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