Chef Gannon's Tip

"Blanching keeps the colour electric green. Skip it and you'll get a dull, army-green pesto within the hour."

"Blanching keeps the colour electric green. Skip it and you'll get a dull, army-green pesto within the hour."

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Kale Pesto

10 mins

serves 20

serves 20

A fresh and vibrant kale pesto made with toasted pine nuts, Parmesan and garlic. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, grain bowls or grilled proteins.

Easy

Ingredients

  • 80g Parmesan

  • 80g toasted pine nuts

  • 3 garlic cloves

  • 300ml extra virgin olive oil

  • Salt

  • 200g kale, stalks removed

Method

  • Blanch the kale for 30 seconds.

  • Transfer immediately to iced water.

  • Drain well and squeeze out any excess moisture.

  • Add the kale, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and salt to a food processor.

  • Blend until smooth.

  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

  • Bring a pot of salted water to the boil.