Bow Ties with Broccoli Pesto Recipe

Name: Bow Ties with Broccoli Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Tbs. blanched hazelnuts, plus more for garnish, optional; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 1/2 cups loosely packed parsley leaves; 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. olive oil, plus more for drizzling, optional; 1/2 cup mint leaves; 4 tsp. lemon juice; 1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest; 1 1/2 tsp. capers, rinsed and drained, optional; 5 large garlic cloves, peeled; 12 oz. farfalle pasta

Servings: persons

6 Tbs. blanched hazelnuts, plus more for garnish, optional
2 cups broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups loosely packed parsley leaves
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. olive oil, plus more for drizzling, optional
1/2 cup mint leaves
4 tsp. lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 1/2 tsp. capers, rinsed and drained, optional
5 large garlic cloves, peeled
12 oz. farfalle pasta

1
Toast hazelnuts in skillet 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden, shaking skillet often.
2
Cool, coarsely chop, and set aside.
3
Meanwhile, bring large pot of water to a boil.
4
Cook broccoli in boiling water 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender.
5
Remove with slotted spoon.
6
Drain, and rinse under cold water.
7
Drain again.
8
Pulse hazelnuts, broccoli, parsley, oil, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, capers (if using), and garlic in food processor until smooth.
9
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
10
Cook farfalle according to package directions in broccoli cooking water.
11
Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water before draining.
12
Toss farfalle with pesto and pasta cooking water.
13
Garnish with toasted hazelnuts, if using,
14
and drizzle with olive oil, if desired.

710

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Tbs. blanched hazelnuts, plus more for garnish, optional, 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 1/2 cups loosely packed parsley leaves, 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. olive oil, plus more for drizzling, optional, and more.

Yes, Bow Ties with Broccoli Pesto falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bow Ties with Broccoli Pesto

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