Best 2 Easy Kale Pesto Recipes
**Kale Pesto: A Versatile Sauce for All Occasions**
With its vibrant green color and bold flavor, kale pesto is a versatile sauce that can elevate any dish. Made from fresh kale, parmesan cheese, nuts, garlic, and olive oil, this pesto is packed with nutrients and antioxidants. Whether you're tossing it with pasta, spreading it on sandwiches, or using it as a dip for vegetables, kale pesto adds a burst of flavor and a healthy dose of greens to your meals. This article provides three unique kale pesto recipes, each with its own distinct twist. From a classic kale pesto to a spicy arugula version and a creamy avocado pesto, these recipes offer something for every taste preference. Get ready to explore the culinary versatility of kale pesto and transform your meals into delicious and nutritious creations.
SUPER KALE PESTO
This kale pesto recipe is made with Omega 3-rich hemp seeds and flaxseed oil. Ready in under 10 minutes! For a more pantry-friendly option, use walnuts/pecans instead of hemp seeds and/or olive oil for the flaxseed oil (it's just as tasty). Recipe yields about 1 1/4 cups pesto.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Entree
Time 13m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the pesto: In a food processor, add the peeled garlic cloves and process until the garlic is minced. Add the kale, hemp seeds, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Turn on the food processor and drizzle in the oil. Process until the pesto reaches your desired consistency, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary. Taste and add more lemon, salt or pepper if necessary. (You can thin out the pesto with more oil, but if you're serving with pasta, keep in mind that you can also thin it out with reserved pasta cooking water.)
- Cook the pasta (optional): Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, according to package directions. Reserve one cup cooking liquid before draining the pasta. Let the pasta and pasta water cool for a minute to make sure the high heat doesn't damage the flax oil pesto.
- If you intend to have leftovers, transfer the amount of pasta you think you'll be eating immediately to a serving bowl and mix in pesto with splashes of cooking water. Otherwise, you can mix the pasta and pesto together in your cooking pot, adding splashes of cooking water as necessary. Keep in mind that you have diluted the flavor a bit with the cooking water, so taste and add more lemon, salt or a drizzle of olive oil as necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Sugar 2.2 g, Sodium 372.3 mg, Fat 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 47.6 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 17.1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg
KALE PESTO
This leafy green cabbage-like vegetable is a genuine superfood - it's great whizzed up in place of basil in an Italian sauce
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 10m
Yield Makes enough for 10-12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, oils, kale and lemon juice in a food processor and whizz to a paste. Season to taste. Stir through hot pasta to serve, topping with extra Parmesan and olive oil, if you like.
- To store, put in a container or jar, cover the surface with a little more olive oil and keep in the fridge for a week, or freeze for up to a month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender kale for the best flavor and texture.
- Wash and dry the kale thoroughly before using to remove any dirt or grit.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and slightly browned, about 3 minutes.
- Use a food processor or high-powered blender to make the pesto, pulsing until smooth.
- Taste the pesto and adjust the seasonings as desired, adding more garlic, lemon juice, or salt and pepper to taste.
- Store the pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.
- Kale pesto can be used as a pasta sauce, a spread for sandwiches or wraps, or a marinade for grilled vegetables or tofu.
Conclusion:
Kale pesto is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in many different ways. It's a great way to use up fresh kale, and it's also a healthy alternative to traditional pesto sauces. With its vibrant green color and nutty flavor, kale pesto is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.
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