
Easy to make using fresh Ontario Broccoli, this zesty sauce is perfect for pasta.
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Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 3 cups (750 mL) cut-up Ontario Broccoli florets and stems
- 2 cloves Ontario Garlic
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) slivered almonds or pine nuts
- 3 tbsp (45 mL) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped fresh Ontario Basil or 1 tbsp (15 mL) dried basil
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) grated Ontario Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
In medium saucepan, cook broccoli in boiling water 4 to 5 minutes, until crisp-tender; drain and cool. In food processor or blender, combine broccoli, garlic, almonds, oil and basil. Process until coarsely chopped. Add cheese; process until well mixed.
Serving tip:
Toss Broccoli Pesto with hot cooked pasta and sprinkle with shaved Ontario Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutritional information
2 tablespoons (25 ml):
- 1 g protein
- 3 g fat
- 1 g carbohydrates
- 0.5 g fibre
- 34 calories