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Broccoli Pesto
This vibrant broccoli pesto is quick and easy to make! Whizz it together and toss it with pasta for a fresh, flavorful weeknight dinner.
👥 3 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 11 min⏳ Prep: 10 min🔥 Cook: 1 min👤 Jeanine Donofrio📖 loveandlemons
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●pot
- ●bowl
- ●food processor
📝 Preparation Steps
1
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.
2
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.
fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons
3
If desired, toss the pesto with the cooked pasta. Serve with pine nuts, red pepper flakes, and additional cheese. Season to taste and serve.
pasta, cooked al dente8 ouncesRed pepper flakes, to taste
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