Kale Avocado Pesto
The kale gives this dish a freshness that’s perfect for complementing the traditional pesto flavors, which you’ll get from the basil, walnuts, and lemon juice. Adding avocado guarantees an extra creamy texture.
Prep: 5 mins
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups kale, stemmed and chopped
- 2 cups fresh basil
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ Hass avocado, pitted and peeled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. Process all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Store refrigerated.
Cooking Tips
Cooking Tips
- 1. Serve with your favorite whole-grain pasta, pizza, sandwich, or wrap
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