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Fresh Basil Pesto Pasta

Fresh Basil Pesto Pasta

Vibrant, aromatic basil pesto tossed with al dente pasta, cherry tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts. From blender to bowl in 15 minutes.

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EasyPrep: 10 minCook: 10 minTotal: 20 minServes 4
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Ingredients (9 items)

4 servings

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  • 1 lb pasta — penne or fusilli
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves — packed
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts — toasted
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese — grated
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes — halved
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook pasta in generously salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

    ~10 min
  2. 2

    While pasta cooks, combine basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a food processor.

  3. 3

    Pulse while drizzling in olive oil until smooth but still slightly textured.

    Tip: Don't over-process — a little texture is better than baby food.

  4. 4

    Toss hot drained pasta with pesto, adding pasta water a splash at a time until silky and well-coated.

  5. 5

    Fold in halved cherry tomatoes. Top with extra pine nuts and Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutritional quality

Balanced macros, moderate nutrient density.

75/100

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