Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Macronutrients per 100g

Energy

274kcal

Sugar

2g

Fat

21g

Fiber

3g

Sat fat

1g

Protein

8g

Carbs

43g

Sodium

224mg

Ingredients

- 500g / 18oz Dried pasta
- 1 head Broccoli
- 40g / 1.4oz Baby spinach
- 1 bunch Basil
- 10g / 0.35oz Nutritional yeast
- 60ml / 2.03fl oz Olive oil
- 60ml / 2.03fl oz Water
- 1 peeled Garlic clove
- 1 tbsp optional Lemon juice
- to taste Salt
- to taste freshly ground Black pepper

Preparation

1. Cook 500g / 18oz dried pasta as per packet instructions, then drain.
2. In a high-speed blender, combine 1 head Broccoli, 40g / 1.4oz Baby spinach, 1 bunch Basil, 10g / 0.35oz Nutritional yeast, 60ml / 2.03fl oz Olive oil, 60ml / 2.03fl oz Water, 1 peeled Garlic clove, and optional 1 tbsp Lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
3. Season with Salt and freshly ground Black pepper to taste.
4. Combine the pesto with the drained pasta in the pot. Stir well and serve.

Micronutrients % of RDI

Iron

23% of RDI

Magnesium

58% of RDI

Vitamin C

21% of RDI

Omega 3

0% of RDI

Vitamin A

0% of RDI

Calcium

58% of RDI

Folate

58% of RDI

Good to know

Store any leftover pesto in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Optional toppings include basil leaves, hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, and vegan Italian-style hard cheese.