Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Name: Broccoli Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium shallot (finely diced); 3 cloves garlic (sliced); 1 cup broccoli stems (roughly chopped); 1 cup parmesan cheese (shredded); 1 cup fresh spinach (packed ); 1 cup fresh basil leaves (packed ); 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons lemon zest (optional); 1 teaspoon kosher salt (more to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup pasta water (more as needed); 16 ounces short pasta; 3 cups broccoli florets (steamed); parmesan cheese; toasted pine nuts; fresh basil

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:15min

This broccoli pesto pasta is an easy, kid-friendly, weeknight meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes! In addition to basil, this broccoli pesto is made with sautéed broccoli stems and fresh spinach for a light, healthy, summery meal!

Updated at: Thu, 06 Nov 2025 02:32:26 GMT