u003cmeta charset=u0022utf-8u0022/u003eOf course! This pesto is quick and easy, but if you're in a pinch or have a favorite cheese-free pesto, you can totally use it in this recipe (we love the Vegan Kale, Cashew, Basil Pesto at Trader Joe's). If you're not dairy free, you can also use your favorite regular pesto. I'd recommend using 1.5 cups.