Kale Pesto with Squash Noodles
 
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An easy to make, healthy, and flavorful side or main dish: Kale Pesto with Squash Noodles!
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Recipe type: Main
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Serves: 4 side dish servings or 2 main course servings
Ingredients
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • ⅓ cup pecans
  • 3 tablespoons basil
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 ounces olive oil
  • 4 medium squash (mix of zucchini and yellow)
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the pecans for about 5 minutes, tossing gently halfway through. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  2. Add kale, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pecans into a food processor. Pulse about 10-12 times until finely chopped.
  3. Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the processor as you continue to pulse, until incorporated. Yields about 1 cup of pesto.
  4. Use a spiralizing tool to create squash noodles. Meanwhile, heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
  5. Place the squash noodles and 6 tablespoons of pesto into the skillet and toss to coat until the noodles are heated through (about 5 minutes).
  6. Serve with shaved Parmesan cheese (and any additional toppings desired): enjoy!
Recipe by Helpful Homemade at https://helpfulhomemade.com/kale-pesto-with-squash-noodles/