How To Make Broccoli Pesto Pasta
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Steam the broccoli florets until tender. Set aside.
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In a food processor, combine the basil, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until well combined.
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Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the food processor is running until a smooth pesto sauce forms.
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In a large pan, heat some olive oil and sauté the cooked broccoli for a few minutes.
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Add the cooked pasta and pesto sauce to the pan with the broccoli. Toss until everything is evenly coated and heated through.
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Serve hot and garnish with extra parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories : 480kcal
- Total Fat : 30g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 7mg
- Sodium : 105mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 44g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 11g
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