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Broccoli pesto pasta

Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Dominique Ebra
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Pasta
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Pasta
  • 3 cups Broccoli florets
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt

Pesto

  • 2 cups fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup hemp seeds
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper chili flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the pasta according to directions on the package
  • In a large mixing bowl toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
  • If using an air fryer, add the broccoli florets to the fryer basket and roast at 400F for 10-12 mins tossing in between. If using an oven, add the broccoli florets to a lined baking sheet and bake at 450F for 15-20 mins or until the broccoli is nicely roasted, stirring once halfway through.
  • Next, prepare the pesto by adding the fresh basil, hemp seeds, olive oil, nutrtional yeast, lemon juice, salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes to a high-powered blender and blending until smooth.
  • Toss the prepared pasta with the pesto and roasted broccoli. Top with vegan parmesan, sliced almonds or walnuts, optional