20-Minute Pesto Pasta Recipe – Lush, Fast & Irresistible
A simple and flavorful pesto pasta dish that’s quick to make and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a food processor, blend basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic until finely chopped.
- Slowly add olive oil while blending until smooth.
- Toss the pesto with the cooked pasta.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- You can substitute pine nuts with walnuts or almonds.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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