9 Creative Ways to Use Trader Joe's Vegan Pesto (Pasta Is Just the Beginning!)

Updated on Oct 24, 2019 at 2:10 PM

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Tofu

Sauté cubed tofu with a little olive oil and Trader Joe's vegan pesto to add to salads, wraps, or Buddha bowls.

Whole Grains

Add a little zesty flavor to plain cooked whole grains by mixing in a little Trader Joe's vegan pesto.

Potatoes

Mix cubed potatoes with Trader Joe's vegan pesto before roasting.

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.

Salmon

If you're not vegan and you eat grilled salmon, top yours with a little Trader Joe's vegan pesto.