Broccoli Pesto with Pasta and Cherry Tomatoes

For the pasta lovers looking to get fancy & pack in more nutrients!

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 8-12 minutes Serves: 2

Great source of…

✓ Carbohydrates ✓ Folate ✓ Potassium ✓ Fiber ✓ Vitamins K, C

Ingredients:

Broccoli Pesto

• 2 cups cooked broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup parsley, roughly chopped
• Salt and black pepper

Pasta

• 9oz whole wheat or chickpea pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cooked broccoli florets

Steps:

1. Make the pesto: combine all ingredients in a food processor. Season with salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
2. Cook your pasta.
3. Add pesto, cherry tomatoes, and pesto to a bowl of cooked pasta and enjoy!

Tips:

• Add more cooked broccoli on top if desired.
• Want more protein? Use bean-based pasta like lentil or chickpea!