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Organic Kale Pesto

by Metabolic Meals

by Metabolic Meals

Updated Dec 18, 2023

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This easy and super-charged pesto is perfect with your favorite gluten-free pasta or brushed over grilled chicken. One of the world’s most nutritious vegetables, kale provides Vitamins K, A, C, Iron and fiber, while antioxidant-rich walnuts and olive oil fight cancer, keep your heart healthy and your skin glowing.
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Ingredients (serves 8)

  • 3 cups chopped fresh organic kale
  • ½ cup toasted walnuts
  • 2 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ½ cup grated parmesan (or less if watching your dairy intake)
  • ½ cup cold-pressed olive oil
  • Juice from one small organic lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

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Preparation

Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth.

Nutrition Facts*

Calories 204
Total Fat 20g
Carbohydrates 2g
Protein 4g
Servings Per Recipe 8

* Nutrition Facts are based on 1 serving.

Photographer: Carmen Troesser

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