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Toasty Roasted Sunflower Seed Pesto

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup roasted sunflower seeds (unsalted preferred)
  • 2 cups fresh parsley (or sub basil, cilantro, or a mix)
  • 2 cloves garlic (or more if you love garlic!)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (sub nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil - Juice of 1 lemon - 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Water, as needed (to thin consistency)

Instructions
 

  • Toss with pasta for an easy meal.
  • Spread on sandwiches or wraps.
  • Swirl into soups for extra flavor. Use as a dip for veggies or crackers.
  • Drizzle over roasted vegetables.