Super Greens Pesto - Hearty and Delicious
Sneak in those super greens in this easy and quick pesto. Kids will sing your praises!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 C Toasted Almonds Any nut you have on hand will do
- 1 C Spinach
- 1 C Kale
- 1 C Basil Do more or less of any greens you have on hand, although make sure to add some basil to keep true to classic pesto flavor
- 1/4 C Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- Salt and Pepper To taste
Instructions
- Put nuts in dry saucepan on medium heat. Stir frequently until toasted, about 5 minutes.
- Combine all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth, wiping down the sides as you go.
- Add olive oil until pesto is your preferred consistency. DONE!
Notes
This is amazing on pasta or pizza, or a dipping sauce for breadsticks. If making a double batch keep in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to a week.