Pesto Pasta
A delightful Pesto Pasta dish celebrating flavor and freshness, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cherry tomatoes (optional, for garnish)
- Pine nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine pasta with pesto: In a large mixing bowl, combine the hot pasta with the basil pesto and olive oil. Toss gently until coated.
- Stir in cheese: Add the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to mix.
- Serve it up: Dish out your pasta onto plates or in a serving bowl and garnish with cherry tomatoes and pine nuts. Enjoy!
Notes
Pair with a fresh side salad and a glass of chilled white wine. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://recypez.com/pesto-pasta-2/