Kale Pesto Pasta

May 19, 2014

Pesto takes on a beautiful new healthy flavor with Kale as the star ingredient.

ingredients:
about 3 giant kale leaves, washed, stems removed
1/2 C sliced almonds, toasted
3 cloves garlic
1/2 t kosher salt
1 t red pepper flakes (or less if you want less bite)
2/3 C EVOO + more
1/2 C Parmesan cheese
10oz rotini pasta (you could do whole wheat here) .

1. Cook pasta according to direction on package until al dente. Drain. Set aside. 2. In the bowl of your food processor with blade inserted, toss in kale, almonds, garlic, salt, pepper flakes, EVOO, and parmesan. Blend/puree until a thick paste forms. Add EVOO to help the texture along until a puree-like paste forms. The almond pieces should be pulverized, and not noticeable. Pour pesto over noodles, and serve warm with a little parmesan.

Nutritions

Calories
307

Sodium
1214mg
50% DV

Fat
15g
24% DV

Protein
23g
46% DV

Carbs
14g
4% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV