Easy Kale Pesto
This Easy Kale Pesto recipe is a perfect way to make a healthy and flavorful pesto using pantry and freezer ingredients.
Servings 2 cups
Calories 904kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen chopped kale
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tbsp dried basil leaves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat frozen kale in a non-stick pan over medium heat until just defrosted - about 5 minutes
- Add defrosted chopped kale, parmesan cheese, almonds, dried basil and salt to a food processor
- Process until ingredients are fully combined and an even mixture remains
- Turn the food processor on to low speed and slowly stream in olive oil through the spout on the food processor
- Continue processing until a smooth, even mixture remains
- Store pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week!
Nutrition
Serving: 2g | Calories: 904kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 94g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 64g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 1039mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3378IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 378mg | Iron: 3mg
