This thick, creamy, and delicious Pumpkin Seed and Beet Pesto is an absolute savory delight! Its amazing flavors will have you coming back for more again and again — certainly one of my favorite creations.

This thick, creamy, and delicious Beet and Pumpkin Seed Pesto is an absolute savory delight! Its versatility will have you putting it on anything & everything; and its amazing flavor will have you coming back for more again & again! #beetpesto #pumpkinseedpesto #beetroot #pumpkin #pesto #pink #glutenfree

The flavor is astounding, the texture is pleasing, and it tastes good on so many things! My picky toddler gobbles it up in no time, which I always see as a good sign! Whether you are looking for a healthy condiment, a burst of flavor, or a fun and colorful addition to your culinary arsenal, have no doubt — this beautiful pesto will win you over at first bite.

Why You’ll Love It

Healthy and nutritious, beetroots are packed with antioxidants good for your heart.
Incredibly easy to make at home, as your food processor or blender will do the mixing for you.
You only need 10 minutes to create an amazing beetroot pesto!
Its versatility will have you putting it on anything and everything! Check out our serving ideas below for ways to enjoy it.
Just look at that gorgeous deep pink color! It will surely wow your guests as you serve it.
Gluten-free and vegetarian.

Ingredient Notes

Cooked Red Beets: Our main ingredient and the ultimate source of plant-based yumminess in every bite.
Pumpkin Seeds: Adds some texture and nuttiness to the dish.
- Not a fan of pumpkin seeds? This recipe works great with walnuts, pine nuts, cashews, or pistachios too!
Garlic Cloves: Lends the dish a delicious pungent flavor.
Parmesan Cheese: Gives an authentic pesto-feel to this dish.
- Want to make it vegan and dairy-free? Just swap a few tablespoons of nutritional yeast to taste.
Olive Oil: Helps make the pesto smooth and creamy.
- You can use extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil if preferred.
Lemon Juice: Lends a bright acidity to balance the flavors of the beet.
Sea Salt: Enhances the flavors of the ingredients.
- You can also use kosher salt.
Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Gives the dish an earthy and sharp kick.

How to Make Creamy Beet Pesto

In a food processor or blender, combine all of the above ingredients.
Blend until a smooth pesto forms.
Serve right away, or store in an airtight container.
Enjoy!

Top Tips

One way of cooking beets is to roast them in the oven. This turns this dish into a roasted beet pesto.
You can leave the peel on the beets or remove them with a knife before cooking.
Want the pesto to be a bit herby? Add basil and mint leaves to the mix.
If the pesto turns out too thick, add some water to thin it out.
Always scrape the sides of the food processor between pulses to achieve an even-textured pesto.

Serving Ideas

This creamy beet pesto is delicious as a pizza topping.
Use it as a dip alongside crackers, like Sea Salt Chickpea Crackers or Turmeric Crackers with Fennel Seeds.
A sandwich spread over Vegan Gluten-Free Yeast-Free Bread Recipe, Gluten-Free Sourdough Bread, or Gluten-Free Focaccia (Vegan).
Served over burgers like The Best Veggie Burger Recipe or BBQ Walnut Chickpea Veggie Burgers
Served over warm pasta! Pair it with any of these 22 Vegan Pasta Recipes .

Storage

You can store any unused beet pesto in an airtight container, then place it in a fridge. This way, you can use it for up to 10 days.

You can keep it in the freezer, where it will be good for up to 3 months.

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