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Super Green Kale Pesto Pizza Recipe

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

Description

This Super Green Kale Pesto Pizza offers a vibrant and nutritious twist on the classic pizza by using a homemade kale and basil pesto. The rich flavors of walnut and Parmesan combined with fresh herbs and garlic create a deliciously unique base topped with melted mozzarella cheese, all baked to golden perfection on a pre-made pizza crust.

Ingredients

For the 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

For the Pizza

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the pizza evenly and achieving a crispy crust.
  2. Prepare the Pesto: In a food processor, combine the chopped kale, fresh basil leaves, walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth pesto, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Spread Pesto on Crust: Evenly spread the freshly made kale pesto over the surface of the pre-made pizza crust, covering it completely to maximize flavor.
  4. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the kale pesto, ensuring good coverage for a melty and cheesy finish.
  5. Bake the Pizza: Place the prepared pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. Bake until the mozzarella cheese is bubbly and golden, and the crust is cooked through.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, allow it to cool for a few minutes to set the toppings, then slice and serve warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts with pine nuts or almonds for a different flavor profile.
  • For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free pizza crust.
  • If you prefer a spicier pesto, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mix.
  • Leftover pesto can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the pesto can brighten the flavor further.

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