Kale & Basil Pesto.

Recipe

I found this recipe in my Vitamix cookbook. I was a bit suspect because I was worried that my girls would not like the flavor combination but I was totally wrong. Vitamin-packed and rich in beta carotene, vitamin K and C, lutein and rich in calcium. Still paired up with the traditional basil and I used walnuts instead of pine nuts. The taste is unbelievably good and low in fat thanks to the broth. Pair this up with whole wheat pasta or top chicken or fish and you are all set!

I prepared this in my Vitamix but a food processor works just as well. I adapted this recipe from the original Vitamix recipe.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup of olive oil
1/4 cup of chicken broth
1/2 cup of light and fluffy grated parmesan (not packed)
5 garlic cloves, peeled
2 cups of basil leaves
2 cups of kale, spine removed
3 tablespoons of walnuts
1/2 teaspoon salt
Black pepper
Lemon juice

Directions:

Place all of the ingredients in the order as listed into your blender, Vitamix or food processor. Blend until creamy and smooth. Toss with fresh pasta or store in a tupperware container in the fridge.

— Knead to Cook