BROCCOLI-AND-HAZELNUT-PESTO PASTA

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Prep this easy plant-based pasta that's delicious at room temp, and you're one gingham blanket away from a picnic. A broccoli-hazelnut pesto comes together in seconds thanks to a food processor, and the starchy pasta water mixed in at the end helps to create a silky sauce.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces (6 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup skin-on raw hazelnuts, toasted (1 ounce), plus more, chopped, for serving
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving
1 small clove garlic, coarsely chopped
1 ounce grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1/2 cup), plus more for serving
1/3 cup ricotta
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 2 teaspoons fresh juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound short pasta, such as gemelli or fusilli

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli in a large pot of salted boiling water until bright green and tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a plate; let cool slightly. Put half of broccoli in the bowl of a food processor with hazelnuts, basil, garlic, Parmigiano, ricotta, and lemon zest and juice. Pulse to combine. With machine running, stream in oil. Season with salt and pepper. (You should have 1 3/4 cups.)
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in pot until al dente per package instructions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain. Return pasta to pot, along with pesto. Add pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, to create a silky sauce. Stir in remaining broccoli; season to taste. Serve with more Parmigiano, chopped hazelnuts, and basil.

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I'm a big fan of broccoli, and this recipe is a great way to cook it. The pesto sauce is delicious, and the hazelnuts add a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Mona Martinez
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The broccoli is cooked perfectly, and the pesto sauce is flavorful and creamy. I also liked the addition of hazelnuts, which added a nice crunch.


PaRri KaZmi
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The pesto sauce is delicious, and the broccoli and hazelnuts add a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Gaming Sappy
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I had some pesto leftover from a previous meal, and it worked perfectly in this recipe. The broccoli and hazelnuts added a nice touch, and the whole dish came together in less than 30 minutes.


Holly Muston
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I'm a big fan of pesto, so I was excited to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The pesto sauce is creamy and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the broccoli and hazelnuts. I will definitely be making this again.


Fahim Boss
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the pesto sauce, and they didn't even notice the broccoli. I also liked that this recipe is relatively healthy. It's a good way to get a serving of vegetables and


Bob Shriner
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook broccoli, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The pesto sauce is a great way to add flavor and moisture to the broccoli. I also liked the addition of hazelnuts, which added a nice crunch.


Sagar Bantawa
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the chicken from this recipe. It was still delicious! The broccoli and hazelnuts provided plenty of protein, and the pesto sauce was very flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a complete m


Najam Najam
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This recipe is easy to follow and doesn't require any special ingredients. I was able to find everything I needed at my local grocery store. I also appreciated that the recipe didn't take too long to make. It was a great weeknight meal.


Mukhtyar Panhwer
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I especially liked the addition of hazelnuts, which gave the dish a nice nutty flavor.


Mohandas Brown
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The pasta was cooked al dente, the broccoli was tender but still had a bit of a bite, and the pesto sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!


Katrina He
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. I had some roasted broccoli from a previous meal, and it worked perfectly in this recipe. The pesto sauce is also very versatile. I used basil pesto, but I think it would also be good with a


Thokozile Kawula
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I'm not usually a fan of broccoli, but this recipe changed my mind. The pesto sauce is so flavorful and creamy, and it perfectly complements the roasted broccoli. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular dinner rotation.


Kristin Cornelius
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This pesto pasta is a true delight! The combination of broccoli, hazelnuts, and pesto creates a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. I especially loved the toasted hazelnuts, which added a delightful crunch to the dish. 10/10, will definite