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By Vanessa Marquez

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The kale gives this dish a freshness that’s perfect for complementing the traditional pesto flavors, which you’ll get from the basil, walnuts, and lemon juice. Adding avocado guarantees an extra creamy texture.

Prep: 5 mins Yield: 2 cups

Gluten Free Low Sugar Raw Soy Free

Ingredients

2 cups kale, stemmed and chopped
2 cups fresh basil
¼ cup chopped walnuts
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
½ Hass avocado, pitted and peeled
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup water

Instructions

1. Process all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Store refrigerated.

Cooking Tips

1. Serve with your favorite whole-grain pasta, pizza, sandwich, or wrap

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Name: Kale Avocado Pesto
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 cups kale, stemmed and chopped; 2 cups fresh basil; ¼ cup chopped walnuts; 2 Tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic; 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast; ½ Hass avocado, pitted and peeled; Salt and pepper to taste; ¼ cup water

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Kale Avocado Pesto

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