Pesto Broccoli Sweet Potato Rice Casserole

Sweet potatoes are in season. We found this fun twist on a casserole that is low in calories, low carb, and can be vegan friendly -- or not.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Serves: 4-6 people

Pesto (Left) | Sweet Potato Rice (Right)

Ingredients

For the pesto:

• 2.5 cups basil leaves, packed
• 3 tbsp of pine nuts
• 1/4 cup of olive oil (if you like it thicker, less olive oil)
• 5 cranks of the sea salt grinder
• 5 cranks of the peppercorn grinder
• 1 large clove of garlic minced

For the rest:

• 2 cups small broccoli florets
• 1 large sweet potato (350g), peeled, Blade C
• pepper, to taste
• 1/3 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella (optional)

You can also add chicken, if you want.

For the full instructions on Inspiralized.com: http://goo.gl/3hp3QZ