Keto Homemade Kale Pesto

Brighten up your low-carb meals with this vibrant Keto Homemade Kale Pesto, a nutrient-packed twist on the classic Italian favorite. This quick and easy recipe combines tender kale leaves, fresh basil, savory Parmesan cheese, and buttery walnuts for a rich and creamy sauce that's bursting with flavor. Fresh garlic and zesty lemon juice add just the right amount of kick, while heart-healthy olive oil ties it all together. In just 10 minutes and with no cooking required, you'll have a versatile keto-friendly pesto perfect for tossing with zoodles, pairing with grilled chicken, or drizzling over roasted veggies. Packed with wholesome ingredients and high in healthy fats, this pesto is a must-have for any ketogenic diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 cups Kale leaves
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Walnuts
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the kale leaves thoroughly under cool water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2

Remove the kale leaves from the tough stems and measure out 3 cups of loosely packed leaves.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the kale leaves, basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, walnuts, and garlic cloves.

Step 4

Pulse the mixture a few times until the ingredients begin to break down.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the processor. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is well-blended and smooth. You may need to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure even processing.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.

Step 7

Transfer the pesto to a jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It can be kept for up to one week.

Step 8

Serve the Keto Homemade Kale Pesto over zoodles, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for a delicious, low-carb meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(468.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1682.8

Total Fat 165.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.9g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 1940.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 3.8g
Protein 35.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 842.8mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1378.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.9%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 7.1%