Description
Rich Lemony Broccoli Pesto Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines al dente pasta with a creamy, zesty pesto made from fresh broccoli, garlic, and bright lemon. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the soul. Gather around the table with family and friends to enjoy a meal that is as nutritious as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook broccoli for about 3 minutes until tender but crisp. Transfer to an ice bath.
- In the same pot, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a food processor, blend blanched broccoli, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine drained pasta with broccoli pesto in a large bowl. Toss well until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg