Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsThe Red FernPesto Cheese & Veggies Platter Recipe

Pesto Cheese & Veggies Platter Recipe

Inspired by The Red Fern
Time45m
Serves4

Pesto flavored sunflower-cashew-macadamia cheese with fresh veggies.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Preparation

Method

Cheese Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cheese Mixture

    In a food processor, combine sunflower seeds, cashews, macadamia nuts, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, lemon juice, fresh basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

  2. 2

    Chill the Cheese

    Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

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