Dairy Free Basil Pesto Dip
You will not believe the amount of basil plants I had purchased in an attempt to grow my own herbs. I never had any luck growing much until my husband curated this perfect homemade topsoil. It was a 3 year process in the making, made from food compost and our backyard chicken waste. We applied the homemade topsoil to this basil plant, then bam! It started to grow and multiply and become green, firm, and healthy. Thus, after harvesting the basil, this amazing Dairy Free Basil Pesto Dip was born. So, so, so, delicious! You must try it.
Benefits:
Basil comes from the Greek word meaning king, aka king of herbs used in unguent, baths, or medicine. Ancient Greeks believed basil opened the gateways to heaven. Basil is a fragrant herb that is mainly used for cooking. It is native to India and tropical regions of Asia. Basil has amazing benefits for adrenal fatigue, migraines, mental fatigue and focus, nausea, muscle spasms and inflammation, gout, rheumatism, menstrual issues, emotional balance, plus more. Then, nutritionally, according to cronometer, 2 cups of fresh basil is loaded with Vit A, E, C, K, B, folate, 1.5 g protein, 0.2 g omega 3, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and 44.2 g water.
Ingredients:
- 2 c packed basil (stem and leaves)
- 1/4 c pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 c avocado oil
- 1/4 tsp celtic salt
- 1/8 c lemon juice
Method:
- Blend all ingredients in a blender until desired texture is achieved
- Store in glass jar with lid in refrigerator for up to 3 days
Bless your dip and enjoy!
If you try this recipe, let me know your thoughts.
Much Love,
Cami
References:
The Essential Life book,3rd edition, p.75