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Kale Avocado Pesto

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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

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

Instructions

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

Cooking Tips

Cooking Tips

  • 1. Serve with your favorite whole-grain pasta, pizza, sandwich, or wrap
Kale Avocado Pesto 1

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