Broccoli Pesto
Broccoli Pesto is a vibrant, nutrient-packed twist on the classic, blending earthy broccoli with creamy Parmesan and zesty garlic. In just 10 minutes of prep, you’ll create a sauce that’s both fresh and indulgent, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or dipping.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 heaping cup very small broccoli floret pieces
- ½ cup fresh basil or parsley
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese or 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Serving suggestion
- 8 ounces pasta, cooked al dente
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Additional Parmesan or Vegan Parmesan
Instructions
- Bring a medium pot of water to boil and place a bowl of ice water nearby. Blanch the broccoli in the boiling water for 30 seconds, and then use a slotted spoon to scoop it into the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
- Place the broccoli into a food processor with the basil, olive oil, cheese, lemon juice and zest, garlic, salt, and several grinds of fresh pepper. Pulse until combined.
- If desired, toss the pesto with the cooked pasta. Serve with pine nuts, red pepper flakes, and additional cheese. Season to taste and serve.
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