Ingredients
2cupskale,chopped
1cupfresh basil,plus more for garnish
½cupwalnuts,chopped
½cupextra-virgin olive oil
⅔cupparmesan cheese,freshly grated
3garlic cloves,minced
2tbsplemon,freshly juiced
½tspsalt
1lbdry pasta,like elbow, bow tie, rotini, etc
fresh basil,(a handful)
2cupscherry tomatoes,halved
6ozmozzarella,shredded
¾cuppine nuts,or chopped walnuts
Preparation
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool for about 5 minutes.
Combine the kale, basil, and walnuts in a food processor. Pulse until greens and nuts are finely chopped. Scrape down the sides.
Add the olive oil, parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Start with ¼ teaspoon and add more to taste. Run the processor until everything is blended together. Set aside.
Stir the remaining pasta salad ingredients in with the pasta. Toss with pesto. Add more basil and pine nuts, if desired.
Serve and enjoy!
