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Kale Pesto Pasta

Yields8 ServingsPrep Time5 minsCook Time12 minsTotal Time17 mins

A healthier take on a classic dish?! This Kale Pesto Pasta will have you saying Kale Yeah to health! I love how vibrant and creamy this dish is and if you are not a fan of kale, you won't really taste it much with this dish! So easy and delicious using very limited ingredients! Try it next time for a quick, easy meal!

Kale Pesto Pasta

 10 oz kale leaves (no stems)
 12 oz whole wheat spaghetti
 ⅓ cup raw pistachios (un-shelled)
 ¼ cup avocado oil
 2 garlic cloves
 1 tsp salt
 1 tsp pepper
 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
 2 tbsp unsalted butter
1

Bring a big pot of water to a boil. Add in the kale leaves and boil for 30-45 seconds.

2

Take out the leaves, but keep the water to boil the pasta in. Cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve some of the pasta water before draining.

3

While pasta is cooking, in a food processor, blend all the ingredients for the sauce (kale, pistachios, oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and cheese). Add water little by little to create the perfect consistency. I usually add about a 1/4 a cup of water.

4

Once pasta is cooked, return to pot and add the kale pesto and butter. Mix and add the reserved water until you have the desired consistency. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

8 servings

Serving size

1/8 serving