Kale Basil Pesto Dressing

Ingredients

• One bunch of kale leaves, stems removed (4-5 stalks)
• ¾ cup fresh basil leaves
• ½ cup olive oil
• 4-6 garlic cloves
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup pine nuts
• Juice and zest from one lemon
• ½ teaspoon sea salt

Directions

1. Roughly chop the kale and basil leaves and add to a food processor along with garlic cloves. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
2. Add in Parmesan and pine nuts and pulse until a thick paste forms.
3. Slowly add in olive oil until everything is thoroughly combined.
4. Add juice and zest on lemon and salt. If sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water until desired consistency is achieved.
5. Taste and add more lemon to brighten or a pinch more salt if necessary.

This article first appeared in the March 2025 edition of the HealthPerks newsletter.