Spaghetti with Broccolini Pesto PT20M https://img3.recipesrun.com/201907/2019/1106/9b/c/973252/300x200x90.jpg Broccolini stems are quickly softened in the pasta-boiling water before being whirled with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano into a flavorful pesto sauce in this healthy vegetarian pasta recipe. It's worth seeking out Parmigiano-Reggiano to make the pesto-its superior flavor elevates the final dish. Edamame bumps up the protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied. 6 servings Ingredients: 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil ½ tsp. ground pepper ½ tsp. salt 1 clove garlic, minced Zest and juice of 1 lemon ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves 8 oz. whole-wheat spaghetti or capellini 2 bunches broccolini

Spaghetti with Broccolini Pesto

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( By Ellie )

Broccolini stems are quickly softened in the pasta-boiling water before being whirled with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano into a flavorful pesto sauce in this healthy vegetarian pasta recipe. It's worth seeking out Parmigiano-Reggiano to make the pesto-its superior flavor elevates the final dish. Edamame bumps up the protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied.

01 Information

Grade easy
Serving 6 servings
Calorie 454 Kcal
Prep Time 10 Mins
Cook Time 10 Mins
Total Time 20 Mins

02 Ingredients

- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp. ground pepper
- ½ tsp. salt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
- 8 oz. whole-wheat spaghetti or capellini
- 2 bunches broccolini

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03 Method

Step 1

Put a large saucepan of water on to boil. Separate broccolini florets and stems. Cook the stems in the boiling water for 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a food processor.
Step 2

Cook pasta in the boiling water according to package directions. Add the florets during the last minute of cooking. Drain the pasta and florets and return to the pot.
Step 3

Meanwhile, add basil, Parmesan, lemon zest and juice, garlic, salt and pepper to the food processor. Pulse, scraping down the sides a few times, until mostly pureed. Drizzle in oil and puree until smooth.
Step 4

Add the pesto and edamame to the pasta mixture and gently toss to combine. Place over medium heat and gently stir until hot, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with more Parmesan, if desired.

04 Author

Ellie

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Spaghetti with Broccolini Pesto

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