Spring Pesto Pasta
Spring Pesto Pasta is a refreshing and vibrant dish that celebrates the flavors of spring. This quick recipe combines fresh ingredients for a light meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Spaghetti or linguine
- Fresh basil
- Pine nuts
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Gather and rinse basil leaves.
- Toast pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat until golden (3-5 minutes).
- In a food processor, blend basil, toasted pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until finely chopped.
- Gradually add olive oil while blending until smooth.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Drain pasta (reserve some cooking water) and mix with pesto sauce in the pot, adding reserved water if needed for creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Swap basil for arugula for a peppery twist or add grilled chicken for extra protein. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.