How to Make Farfalle with Broccoli Pesto - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to pasta dishes, the possibilities are endless. From creamy alfredo to zesty marinara, there's a pasta recipe to suit every taste. But if you're looking for something a little off the beaten path, why not try making farfalle with broccoli pesto? This unique and flavorful dish is a fresh take on traditional pasta, and it's a great way to get more veggies into your diet.

The star of this dish is the broccoli pesto, which is made from fresh broccoli, garlic, pine nuts, and Parm...

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Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons blanched hazelnuts (Optional)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 (12 ounce) package farfalle pasta
  • 1 ½ cups lightly packed fresh parsley leaves
  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 large cloves garlic, peeled
  • 4 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons capers, drained and rinsed (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Toast hazelnuts, shaking skillet often, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook broccoli in boiling water until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a colander with a slotted spoon. Bring water back to a boil and add farfalle; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, roughly chop cooled hazelnuts. Place hazelnuts, broccoli, parsley, mint, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a food processor. Puree until smooth. Season pesto with salt and pepper.
  • Drain farfalle, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water. Toss farfalle with pesto, reserved cooking water, and capers until well coated.
  • Nutrition

    584 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Sodium: 104mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 70g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 79mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 540mg