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Kale Pesto Pasta with Homemade Kale Pesto

Kale Pesto Pasta with Homemade Kale Pesto

Abby Marlow
A quick and healthy pasta meal featuring homemade kale pesto.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups kale washed and chopped
  • 1 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup nuts pine nuts or walnuts
  • 1 cup pasta your choice
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  • In a food processor, combine kale, nuts, and garlic; pulse until finely chopped.
  • While the processor runs, add olive oil gradually until the mixture is creamy.
  • Toss the hot pasta with kale pesto, adding reserved pasta water if needed.

Notes

Adjust seasoning as needed and enjoy fresh!
Keyword easy dinner, healthy meals, kale pesto, pasta, quick recipes