Broccoli Pesto Dip is a healthy, fresh and tangy gluten free recipe that is perfect with cut veggies or chips. It is also perfect on top of grilled chicken or fish.
I am back from New Orleans, a bit tired and definitely a bit heavier {oh my all that food}. I definitely ate my fair share of delicious food while in NOLA and had a great time checking out the city with my girlfriend. We were a bit bad, but not too bad. At least that is what we are telling ourselves.
Back home and back to eating healthy, I have been making this simple broccoli pesto dip and it is so good. I mean who knew Broccoli could taste this wonderful?
And when I way wonderful, I mean wonderful. I am serious people! I can’t wait to serve it on Easter, it is a healthy alternative to the traditional dips, and quite honestly it tastes better than any regular old dip. I love that you can feel good about eating it…. it’s broccoli after all.
It is great served on its own with veggies or chips. Just dip right in and enjoy the amazing flavor. You can also put a dollop burritos, chicken, and even fish.
- 3 cups raw broccoli, cut into small florets and stems
- 3 medium garlic cloves. peeled
- 2/3 cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted
- 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese
- Cook the broccoli by pouring 3/4 cup water into a large pot and bringing it to a simmer. Add a big pinch of salt and stir in the broccoli. Cover and cook for a minute, just long enough to take the raw edge off. Transfer the broccoli to a strainer and run under cold water until it stops cooking.
- Add broccoli, garlic, the almonds, Parmesan cheese, salt, and lemon juice in a food processor. Drizzle in the olive oil while machine is running, once blended and ricotta cheese and pulse until smooth.
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I would have never thought to make something pesto inspired with broccoli – that is SO genius! This is the perfect, healthy dip for Spring time! Pinned!
I totally would not have thought of that but it looks so creamy especially from the ricotta! So perfect!
This is such a smart idea! I love broccoli – can’t wait to try this recipe.
I love the look of this dip! It packed with crazy delicious flavor and totally something I would devour in no time!
I really love simple ideas like this. With Easter coming, and the fear of overindulging, I think this would be a nice appetizer.
Perfect for Easter Kacey. Enjoy!
This is so intriguing!! We love broccoli and pesto. What a cool combo, pinned!
I love the idea of broccoli and pesto! Glad you had fun in NOLA!!
This is such a delicious look dip! It would not last in my house!
Thanks Nancy!
Yuumm! I would like to put a dollop of this on everything. (Isn’t dollop such a great word?) This will be perfect for Easter!
It is great on almost everything Andi. Definitely great to serve at Easter.
Hey! This look delicious and I’m going to try it soon. Just wanted to ask – do I add basil leaves to the recipe or just brocolli is fine? It says pesto so I was a bit confused.
Hi Sachin, no basil. Just follow the directions using broccoli.