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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
  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

Serving Size 1/8 serving

Servings 8