Pasta with Cauliflower and Kale Pesto Recipe Video
Did you think pesto was just basil and pinenuts? Learn how to make this unique pasta dish with roasted cauliflower and kale pesto.
Summary
Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings4
Main IngredientCauliflower
Ingredients
1 cup roasted cauliflower
1/2 cup roasted shallots
1/4 cup kale pesto
1/2 lb whole wheat Penne pasta cooked
5 tbs extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp orange zest 1
1 tbs orange juice
3 tbs Parmesan cheese grated
2 tbs chives minced
Directions
1. In a large skillet placed over medium heat add 3 tbs oil, add cauliflower and shallots. Saute for 2 minutes then add cooked pasta.
2. Add kale pesto and stir often to prevent sticking. Add 1 tbs chives, the orange zest and continue stirring.
3. Add orange juice, Parmesan cheese salt and pepper.
4. Plate the dish up then top with more cheese, chives and a drizzle of olive oil.
2. Add kale pesto and stir often to prevent sticking. Add 1 tbs chives, the orange zest and continue stirring.
3. Add orange juice, Parmesan cheese salt and pepper.
4. Plate the dish up then top with more cheese, chives and a drizzle of olive oil.
