Description
This Super Green Kale Pesto Pizza features a crispy, golden crust topped with a vibrant, creamy kale pesto that bursts with fresh, herbaceous flavors. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the crunchy edges to the smooth, rich pesto, making it a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Kale Pesto:
- 2 cups fresh kale leaves, stems removed
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Pizza:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (12 inches)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- In a food processor, combine kale, walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread the kale pesto evenly over the pizza crust.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes and sliced red onion.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- This pizza can be made ahead by preparing the kale pesto and storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven for best results.
- For a nut-free version, substitute walnuts with sunflower seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 pizza
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
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