CORN SALAD WITH BASIL PESTO AIOLI
CORN SALAD WITH BASIL PESTO AIOLI
SERVES 4 PORTIONS
FOR THE BASIL PESTO AIOLI
2 cups (60 g) packed baby spinach
1 cup (40 g) fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp. (28 ml) lemon juice
1 tbsp. (4 g) nutritional yeast
1 clove of garlic, peeled
1 tbsp. (15 ml) olive oil
1 tbsp. (15 ml) water
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup (112 g) vegan mayonnaise (soy-free, if necessary)
FOR THE SALAD
5 cups (820 g) cooked sweet yellow corn kernels
1 cup (30 g) packed ribbon-cut spinach
1/3 cup (55 g) sliced red onion
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: 289kcal
Fat: 12.7g (0.9g S.Fat)
Carbs: 44.1g
Protein: 7.6g
Sugar: 6.9g
Sodium: 1095mg
METHOD
TO MAKE THE BASIL PESTO AIOLI
In a food processor, combine the spinach, basil, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic, olive oil, water, salt, and pepper to make a paste. As needed, scrape down the sides. In a food processor, combine the mayonnaise and pulse until evenly combined.
TO MAKE THE SALAD
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the corn, spinach, onion, and basil pesto aioli. Season to taste with salt and pepper and chill for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
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