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Super Green Kale Pesto Pizza: A Delicious Twist! Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 to 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Super Green Kale Pesto Pizza offers a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional pizza by using a vibrant kale pesto as the base. Combining nutrient-rich kale, fresh basil, crunchy walnuts, and Parmesan cheese blended into a smooth pesto, topped with gooey mozzarella and baked to perfection, this recipe is vibrant, healthy, and delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick, wholesome meal that delights the palate with green goodness.

Ingredients

For the Pizza

  • 1 pre-made pizza crust
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

For the Kale Pesto

  • 1 cup kale, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure it is hot enough to bake your pizza to golden perfection.
  2. Prepare Kale Pesto: Place kale, fresh basil leaves, walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper into a food processor. Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth, creamy pesto sauce.
  3. Spread Pesto on Crust: Evenly spread the freshly made kale pesto over the entire surface of your pre-made pizza crust to create a flavorful green base.
  4. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of the pesto-covered crust for a gooey, melty finish.
  5. Bake the Pizza: Transfer the prepared pizza onto a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden brown.
  6. Serve: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Slice into portions and serve warm to enjoy the fresh and savory flavors.

Notes

  • You can use homemade pizza dough instead of pre-made crust for a more rustic texture.
  • For a nuttier pesto, substitute walnuts with pine nuts or almonds.
  • Adjust garlic quantity according to your taste preference.
  • If you prefer a thinner crust, roll out the dough thinner before adding toppings.
  • Leftover pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/super-green-kale-pesto-pizza-a-delicious-twist-recipe/