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Vegan kale pesto in a bowl with almonds and parsley showing a smooth green dairy-free sauce

Vegan Kale Pesto 5 Minute with Almonds and Parsley

Vegan kale pesto is a fresh, creamy green sauce with a nutty texture and bright herb flavor. It is an easy dairy-free condiment that adds a flavorful finish to everyday meals.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 about cup - 8 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 151
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups torn kale (no stems) and parsley, combined
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • juice of one lemon
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup raw almonds

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add the kale, parsley, olive oil, salt, garlic, and lemon juice to a food processor and pulse until the mixture is smooth.
  2. Add the almonds and continue pulsing until they reach the desired ground texture.
  3. Serve the pesto with pizza, pasta, crackers, eggs, salads, soup, sandwiches, or other dishes as desired.

Notes

The recipe can be made with different combinations of greens, including kale alone, kale with spinach, or kale with other herbs. A traditional pesto flavor can be created by adding Parmesan if the sauce does not need to remain vegan. Spicy seasoned almonds can also be used in place of raw almonds for a bolder variation.