Nutrients per serving
- 1 g protein
- 3 g fat
- 1 g carbohydrates
- 0.5 g fibre
- 34 calories
Broccoli
Broccoli Pesto Sauce
Easy to make using fresh Ontario Broccoli, this zesty sauce is perfect for pasta.
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time: 4-5 minutes
Servings: makes 2-1/2 cups (625 mL)
Cooking Time: 4-5 minutes
Servings: makes 2-1/2 cups (625 mL)
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
Preparation:
In medium saucepan, cook broccoli in boiling water 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and cool. In a 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.
