Pistachio Pesto Sauce and Pasta: A Fresh, Indulgent Delight
Discover the rich and vibrant taste of Pistachio Pesto Sauce, perfectly paired with pasta for a delightful dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Mixing and blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pistachios
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- salt to taste
- 1 pound pasta of choice
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine pistachios, basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Blend until finely chopped.
- With the processor running, gradually add olive oil and blend until smooth. Season with salt.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large bowl, mix the pasta with the pesto sauce, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Pistachio Pesto Sauce, Pasta, Fresh, Indulgent