Sauce / Dip

Skinny Kale Basil Pesto Recipe

Name: Skinny Kale Basil Pesto
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups kale leaves; 1.5 cups basil leaves; 0.5 juice of lemon; 3 garlic cloves; 1 Tbs miso paste; 2 Tbs parmesan cheese; 0.5 Tbs walnuts; 1 Tbs water; 0.5 Tbs olive oil

This pesto blends fresh kale and basil with bright lemon, pungent garlic, and a savory kick from miso and Parmesan. It comes together quickly in a food processor, making it an easy way to use up extra greens. The walnuts add a subtle richness, and a touch of water helps achieve a smooth, pourable texture. You'll have it ready in about 45 minutes, perfect for tossing with pasta or spreading on toast.

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August 27, 2026

Back45 minServes 3Easy70 kcal

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About this recipe

Skinny Kale Basil Pesto is a sauce / dip recipe that takes about 45 min from start to finish and serves 3. It calls for 9 ingredients across 4 steps, and is rated easy. A serving works out at around 70 kcal with roughly 3 g of protein. Filed under gluten free, lacto ovo vegetarian, vegetarian and low-carb.