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Walnut Kale Pesto

walnut kale pesto in a glass jar
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This pesto is packed with superfoods and so tasty. Perfect for sandwichs, wraps, eggs and more!

  • Author: Becky Schmieg
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 34 cup 1x
  • Category: Condiment, Sauce
  • Cuisine: American, Italian

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup raw, unsalted walnuts
  • 2 cups kale (about 1-2 large leaves)
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice (takes about 2 lemons)
  • 1/3 cup avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Place walnuts in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Cook about 5 minutes, until the walnuts begin to smell. Remove immediately from the pan and place on papper towel or parchment paper.
    walnuts toasting in a non-stick pan
  2. Cut kale leaf from stalk and roughly chop. Massage the kale by rubbing pieces between your fingers.
    kale being massaged
  3. Add kale, walnuts, lemon juice, oil, basil, salt, pepper and parmesan to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
    ingredients for walnut kale pesto in a blender before blending
  4. Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator and enjoy within 7 days.
    walnut kale pesto in a glass jar

Find it online: https://www.figjar.com/walnut-kale-pesto/