Bow Ties with Broccoli Pesto (Vegetarian TImes)

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  • Number of Servings: 9
Ingredients
6 Tbs hazelnuts, chopped2 cups broccoli, chopped1 1/2 cups loosely packed parsley leaves1/4 cup olive oil, 2Tbsp extra for drizzling1/2 cup mint leaves4 tsp lemon juice1 1/2 tsp lemon zest1 1/2 tsp capers, rinsed and drained, optional5 large garlic cloves12 oz farfalle pasta, dry whole wheat
Directions
1. Toast hazelnuts in skillet 3-5 minutes or until golden, shaking skillet often. Cool, coarsely chop, and set aside

2. Meanwhile, bring large pot of water to a boil. Cook broccoli in boiling water 2-3 minutes, or until tender. Remove with slotted spoon. Drain, and rinse under cold water. Drain again.

3. Pulse hazelnuts, broccoli, parsley, oil, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, capers, and garlic in food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

4. Cook farfalle according to package directions in broccoli cooking water. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water before draining. Toss farfalle with pesto and pasta cooking water. Garnish with toasted hazelnuts, if using, and drizzle with olive oil, if desired.

Number of Servings: 9

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user LINDER17.

Servings Per Recipe: 9
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 251.0
  • Total Fat: 11.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 25.3 mg
  • Total Carbs: 2.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.4 g
  • Protein: 1.6 g

Member Reviews
  • MUSICNUT
    So tasty! - 6/19/21