Broccoli Pesto for Bread or As Side Dish Recipe

Name: Broccoli Pesto for Bread or As Side Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh broccoli (including stems, sliced); 1 ounce fresh basil; 1 ounce fresh parsley, roughly chopped; 3 -4 garlic cloves (or shop-bought minced garlic); 2 ounces toasted hazelnuts, flaked (flaked almonds can be substituted); 5 ounces gruyere cheese, grated (Parmesan can be substituted); 2 -3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed; fruity virgin olive oil or avocado oil; salt; black pepper, freshly ground

Servings: persons

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It's best to use a head of broccoli, as the nutritious stems are also used for this.
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Trim the stalk ends, then slice off thinly into a pot with a little water.
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Parboil the stalks in boiling water, then add the florets.
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Cook for only about 3 minutes or until still al dente, then drain.
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Rinse basil and parsley and dry lightly in a clean kitchen towel.
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Put the broccoli, basil, parsley, garlic, nuts, lemon juice and cheese in a blender and pulse.
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Add salt and pepper to taste.
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(Please DO taste!
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Add olive oil in a thin stream through the funnel until the processor can handle the ingredients and the broccoli pesto reaches a thick, paste-like consistency -- or to your taste.
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You want a firm consistency -- about 1/4 - 1/3 cup will be enough.
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Can be used at room temperature as a spread on bread, rolls and crackers, or as a warmed-up side dish.
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SERVINGS: as a spread it will obviously serve more people than when served as a side dish, so that is a little hard to calculate!
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TIME TO MAKE: I added in the time needed to toast the nuts in a pan.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 1 lb fresh broccoli (including stems, sliced), 1 ounce fresh basil, 1 ounce fresh parsley, roughly chopped, 3 -4 garlic cloves (or shop-bought minced garlic), and more.

Yes, Broccoli Pesto for Bread or As Side Dish falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Broccoli Pesto for Bread or As Side Dish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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