Kale Almond Pesto Recipe

Conquer pesto perfection with this vibrant Kale Almond Pesto! Mid-July's bounty inspires this zesty, nutty twist on a classic. Made with fresh kale, crunchy almonds, and bright lemon, this pesto is ready in minutes and perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a vibrant dip. Get the recipe and elevate your summer meals!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 257.4 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kale Almond Pesto

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How to Make Kale Almond Pesto

  1. Wash and roughly chop 2 cups of fresh kale.
  2. Place the chopped kale in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
  3. Add 1/2 cup raw almonds, 2 cloves garlic, and pulse until combined.
  4. With the food processor running, gradually add 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste).
  5. Continue pulsing until the pesto reaches your desired consistency. Add more olive oil if needed to reach desired creaminess.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, crackers, or use as a sandwich spread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

9g

Carbs

5g

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