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Broccoli Pesto Recipe

A fresh and healthy twist on traditional pesto, using broccoli as the main ingredient.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • ¼ cup pine nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender but still bright green. Drain and cool.
  2. 2. In a blender, combine the broccoli, parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, garlic, and lemon juice.
  3. 3. With the blender running, slowly add the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5. Serve over pasta, as a dip, or spread on sandwiches.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Broccoli, Healthy, Pesto
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