Paleo Creamy Pesto Cashew Dip

There will always comes a time when dips are in demand – so, this creamy pesto cashew dip;s existence became inevitable. Dips are usually junks, inorganic, and unhealthy. Well, say no more because in this cuisine recipe, you will be taught on how to prepare this Paleo Creamy Pesto Cashew Dip – a healthy paleo dip for all kinds of food.

The cuisine is made with raw cashews, olive oil, fresh basil leaves, sea salt, black pepper, garlic, juice of lemons, and sliced veggies such as cucumbers, peppers, or carrots. As you can see, these ingredients are  vegetables, and vegetables in this modern times is the holy grail of health wise life. Let’s talk about the nutrients these ingredients will give us.

Raw cashews offers the rare vitamins and Zinc, and Manganese.  Zinc activates hundreds of proteins within your body, including proteins needed for healthy cell growth and a robust immune system. Manganese supports your metabolism, it helps you process cholesterol, proteins and fats, and helps you make proteins needed for wound healing. Olive oil is good for digestion. The basil leaves help reduce inflammation and swelling, contains anti-aging properties, and are rich in antioxidant. The lemon juice will give you amounts of vitamin C for the immune system. Also, the slices of vegetable will provide wide range of vitamins and minerals that are good the body.

To prepare this cuisine, simply put the cashews in a large bowl and cover with cold water. After that, let it soak for 4 to 6 hours, adding water if necessary to make sure they are covered then drain. Next, put the basil, garlic, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor and puree. Then, add the soaked cashews and blend it until it becomes creamy. After that, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and continue processing until creamy. Season with salt and pepper, then serve it with sliced veggies.

That is all. With these easy steps to make a healthy dip, a healthy escape from the unhealthy world is at hand. If you learn this, you’ve got the power. This flavorful dip has all the creaminess and flavor, but without the junk. It takes time to soak the cashews, but one bite will prove worth it. 

Paleo Creamy Pesto Cashew Dip

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Holiday Party App: Creamy Pesto Cashew Dip

Course Appetizer, Dips, Snack

Cuisine Paleo

Prep Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours

Servings 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Raw cashew
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 bunch Fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 tsp Sea salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 Juice of lemon
• Sliced veggies (such as cucumbers, peppers, or carrots; for serving)

Instructions

1. Put the cashews in a large bowl and cover with cold water.
2. et soak for 4 to 6 hours, adding water if necessary to make sure they are covered. Drain.
3. Put the basil, garlic, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor and puree.
4. Add the soaked cashews and blend until creamy.
5. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil and continue processing until creamy.
6. Season with salt and pepper and serve with sliced veggies.