Description
Spring Pesto Pasta is a vibrant celebration of fresh flavors, featuring basil, garlic, and seasonal vegetables. This quick, delightful dish is perfect for any spring gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Seasonal vegetables (e.g., zucchini, cherry tomatoes)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- In a food processor, blend basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan until finely chopped.
- Gradually add olive oil while blending until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté seasonal vegetables in a separate pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Drain the cooked pasta and mix it with the pesto sauce and sautéed vegetables until well combined.
- Serve immediately for the freshest experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (225g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg