Spaghetti with Pesto Verde

  • 4
  • 20 mins
  • 30 mins

Ingredients

  • 6 ounce(s) baby spinach
  • 10 ounce(s) frozen broccoli florets
  • 1 clove(s) garlic, peeled
  • 2 medium zucchini, trimmed
  • 2 medium tomatoes, cored
  • 8 ounce(s) whole-grain spaghetti
  • 1 cup(s) fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoon(s) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon(s) pine nuts
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1/4 cup(s) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ounce(s) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Preparation

Step 1

•Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling on high.
•In microwave-safe bowl, combine spinach, broccoli, garlic, and 1 cup water. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on High 3 to 5 minutes or until broccoli is thawed and spinach is tender. Drain; let cool completely.
•Meanwhile, with vegetable peeler, peel zucchini into wide ribbons. Chop tomatoes.
•Cook spaghetti as label directs.
•Place cooled broccoli mixture, basil, lemon juice, pine nuts, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper in food processor; pulse until smooth. With processor running, drizzle in oil. Add Parmesan; pulse until well combined.
•Drain spaghetti well and return to pot; add pesto, zucchini, tomatoes, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss well. Serve immediately.