Pasta with pesto, broccoli and walnuts
By: Agi Kaja
This pesto broccoli and walnuts recipe with whole grain pasta is a healthy way to indulge in a big plate of pasta. Forget the "meal deal" pasta pots swimming in industrial oils and thickeners. This is a nutrient-dense bowl that actually respects your body. It’s a fibre-rich, whole-food alternative to chemical food found in the supermarkets.
Recipe from Whole Food Earth®
Pasta with green pesto, broccoli and walnuts
Category
LunchCuisine
MediterraneanServings
2Prep Time
10 minutesCook Time
20 minutesThis pesto broccoli and walnuts recipe with whole grain pasta is a healthy way to indulge in a big plate of pasta. This past recipe is ready in less then 30 min!
Ingredients
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whole grain pasta 1 package
- broccoli 2 cups
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organic green pesto 1 jar
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broken walnuts 1 cup
- 1 garlic clove
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extra virgin olive oil
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lemon zest (half lemon) or lemon peel powder ½ tsp
- salt for taste
- black pepper for taste
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organic cayenne pepper 1 pinch
Directions
- In large pan, heat up some some olive oil, garlic and cayenne pepper.
- Add broccoli florets (small, equal size) and let them sizzle for a few minutes.
- Prepare the pasta in the separate pot. Cook it in boiling water, with a bit of salt. Time: indicated on the packet. Drain the pasta.
- Add the pasta to the pan with broccoli, add green pesto, walnuts and mix.
- Add salt and pepper for taste, and mix. Top it with a dash of extra virgin olive oil and freshly grated lemon zest. Enjoy!
Agi Kaja
Curating a blend of nourishing recipes, practical nutrition hacks, and intentional living tips. Agi focuses on the "why" behind the products we sell — helping customers build a life that feels as good as it looks. With deep roots in nutrition and a passion for food and health, she spends her days debunking myths, cooking whole foods and highlighting the best ways to fuel a healthy life, ensuring our community stays informed, inspired, and well-fed.
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