Spring Pesto Pasta
Spring Pesto Pasta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that captures the essence of spring with fresh basil, nutty pine nuts, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Fusilli pasta
- Fresh basil
- Pine nuts
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Cherry tomatoes
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook fusilli pasta until al dente, following package instructions.
- In a food processor, blend fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until smooth.
- Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Mix in the pesto while it's still warm for better adherence.
- Halve cherry tomatoes and gently fold them into the pasta mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for optimal flavor. Seasonal vegetables like asparagus or proteins such as grilled shrimp can be added for extra flair. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.