Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto Recipe

Boost your health and tantalize your taste buds with this vibrant Roasted Broccoli with Brazil Nut Pesto! Packed with cancer-fighting selenium from Brazil nuts and the goodness of broccoli, this recipe is both delicious and nutritious. Created by Melissa Clark, co-author of 17 cookbooks and author of *Chef Interrupted*, this recipe is a make-ahead dream – prepare the pesto the night before! The perfectly roasted broccoli, with its crispy edges and tender florets, is flawlessly complemented by the rich and nutty pesto. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 217.9 kcal
Protein 15g
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How to Make Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto

  1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
  2. In a mini food processor, combine 1 cup packed fresh parsley, ½ cup Brazil nuts, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, 2 cloves garlic, and the zest of 1 lemon. Pulse until a coarse paste forms.
  3. Add 3 tablespoons olive oil and ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Process until a slightly smooth paste forms.
  4. Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. In a large bowl, toss 1 large head of broccoli florets (about 1.5 pounds) with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Spread the broccoli in a single layer on two large rimmed baking sheets.
  7. Roast for 8 minutes.
  8. Rotate baking sheets and continue roasting for another 8-10 minutes, or until broccoli is browned and crisp-tender.
  9. Transfer the broccoli to a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the Brazil nut pesto and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

14g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto?

Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto?

Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto has approximately 217.9 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto?

The key ingredients for Roasted Broccoli With Brazil Nut Pesto are Flat Leaf Parsley, Brazil Nut, Water, Tarragon, Garlic Clove, Lemon Zest. See the full list with measurements above.

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