9 Creative Ways to Use Trader Joe's Vegan Pesto (Pasta Is Just the Beginning!)
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Every time I go to my local Trader Joe's, which is about two to four times a month, I grab a tub of this Vegan Kale, Cashew & Basil Pesto. It's creamy and so flavorful, and not just for pasta! Here are some healthy ways you can use your tub and create some amazing, unforgettable meals.
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Avocado Pesto Pasta
Make this oh-so-creamy, warm, and delicious homemade pesto pasta by puréeing ripe avocado with Trader Joe's vegan pesto and garlic powder.
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Pesto Pizza
Sauté veggies in Trader Joe's vegan pesto, then instead of tomato sauce, spread a layer of pesto on whole wheat pizza dough, top with the pesto veggies, and pizza is served!
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Stuffed Shells or Lasagna
Purée soft tofu with Trader Joe's vegan pesto in a food processor, and use it for the filling in stuffed shells or vegan lasagna.
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Pesto Paninis
Spread some Trader Joe's vegan pesto on two slices of sourdough or whole wheat bread, and make a panini — I used Chao Creamy Original Vegan Slices.
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Tofu
Sauté cubed tofu with a little olive oil and Trader Joe's vegan pesto to add to salads, wraps, or Buddha bowls.
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Whole Grains
Add a little zesty flavor to plain cooked whole grains by mixing in a little Trader Joe's vegan pesto.
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Potatoes
Mix cubed potatoes with Trader Joe's vegan pesto before roasting.
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Edamame Pesto Pear Crostini
Throw shelled edamame in a food processor with Trader Joe's vegan pesto, spread on crostinis, and top with fresh diced pear.
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Salmon
If you're not vegan and you eat grilled salmon, top yours with a little Trader Joe's vegan pesto.