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Broccoli Pesto in a bowl on a disk towel.

Broccoli Pesto

Broccoli Pesto is vibrant, flavorful, and made with just a handful of ingredients in under ten minutes. You’ll want to throw this sauce on just about everything!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course sauce
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 6
Calories 295 kcal

Equipment

  • food processor or blender

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb broccolini or broccoli crowns chopped (mostly heads, some upper stem)
  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • cup fresh Parmesan grated
  • 4-5 cloves garlic chopped
  • ¼ cup walnut pieces
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • cup olive oil extra virgin

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large salted pot of water to boil over high heat.
  • Boil broccoli for about 2-3 minutes. Drain and pat dry with paper towel.
  • Add broccoli, basil, Parmesan, garlic, walnuts, salt and pepper to food processor.
  • Secure lid and mix until combined.
  • Add olive oil and mix until smooth.
  • Serve with pasta or other suggestions listed in post