Best 17 Pesto Pasta Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick meal or a special occasion? Look no further than the pesto pasta recipe by Tasty! This delicious recipe combines the vibrant flavors of pesto, juicy tomatoes, and creamy cheese to create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With its simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, this recipe is accessible to home cooks of all skill levels. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the delightful world of pesto pasta, creating a dish that will become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY PESTO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, grated parmesan cheese, olive oil, cold water, heavy cream, salt, pepper, fusilli pasta, cherry tomato, grated parmesan cheese, mozzarella ball

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups fresh basil
2 cloves garlic
½ cup pine nuts
¾ cup grated parmesan cheese, grated
¾ cup olive oil
¼ cup cold water
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
12 oz fusilli pasta, al dente
1 cup cherry tomato, halved
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
8 oz mozzarella ball

Steps:

  • To make the pesto, mix basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, cold water, heavy cream, salt, and pepper in a food processor for about 30 seconds. Add in olive oil. Process until combined, set aside.
  • Cook fusilli to very al dente, or about 3-4 minutes before the package instructs for cook time, then drain pasta.
  • Halve cherry tomatoes.
  • In a skillet or casserole pan, mix fusilli, cherry tomatoes, and pesto.
  • Top with grated parmesan and mozzarella balls.
  • Bake at 400° Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until mozzarella has melted.
  • Garnish with additional parmesan and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1234 calories, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 89 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 42 grams, Sugar 6 grams

PESTO TWIST PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Pesto Twist Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fusilli pasta, fresh basil leaf, garlic, pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil, water, salt, pepper, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Jody Duits

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb fusilli pasta, or rotini pasta
2 cups fresh basil leaf, washed and thoroughly dried
1 clove garlic
¼ cup pine nuts
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup water, cold
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fusilli ( or rotini) in boiling salted water until it's al dente. Reserve 1 cup (235 ml) of the pasta water before draining.
  • Add basil, garlic, pine nuts, salt, and pepper to a food processor or blender and pulse to start to break up the ingredients. Add water and a splash of the olive oil to get things started.
  • Scrape down the sides of processor bowl to ensure everything is being incorporated evenly.
  • Put the top back on, turn on the food processor, and slowly drizzle the remaining olive oil through the hole on the top of the food processor until emulsified in the sauce.
  • Pour the pesto into a bowl, then stir in the parmesan. (The heat of the food processor will start to melt the cheese, so adding it afterwards retains a nice texture)
  • Drain the pasta and transfer to large bowl or pan.
  • Add pesto and a splash of pasta water, stirring to incorporate.
  • Add parmesan and another splash of pasta water.
  • Top off with more cheese and basil before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760 calories, Carbohydrate 86 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 3 grams

ONE-PAN GARLIC CHICKEN PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pan Garlic Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: canola oil, chicken breasts, garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, pesto, penne pasta, cherry tomato, parmesan cheese, fresh basil

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 chicken breasts, sliced into 1/2 inch (2cm) strips
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
½ tablespoon kosher salt
½ tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup pesto
3 cups penne pasta, cooked and drained
¾ cup cherry tomato, halved
parmesan cheese, to garnish
fresh basil, chopped, to garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan over high heat. Combine the chicken, garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking until chicken is browned.
  • Then, mix in the heavy cream, parmesan, and pesto, stirring until evenly combined.
  • Next, bring to a boil and cook until the sauce has reduced, about five to seven minutes.
  • Toss in the pasta and cherry tomatoes, stirring until evenly coated. Remove from heat.
  • To serve, sprinkle parmesan cheese and basil on top!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 892 calories, Carbohydrate 99 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 6 grams

ONE-TRAY PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Tray Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pasta, cherry tomato, pesto, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups pasta, cooked al dente
1 cup cherry tomato, halved
¾ cup pesto
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  • Take two sheets of aluminum foil (about 12x12-inch, 30x30 cm) and stack them on top of each other.
  • Fold one side of the foil about ⅓ of the way across sheet, repeat for opposite side.
  • Pinch the corner to form a point and then flatten it to the short side of the foil, forming a raised corner. Repeat for all four sides, and make four of these.
  • Add all of the ingredients to one of the foil boats, then stir.
  • Bake for 12 minutes.
  • Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Eat or pack into tupperware and refrigerate 3-5 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 4 grams

PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: bow tie pasta, pesto, fresh mozzarella cheese, cherry tomato

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ lb bow tie pasta, cooked
2 tablespoons pesto
½ cup fresh mozzarella cheese, chopped
½ cup cherry tomato, halved

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  • Serve with a hard-boiled egg and sliced bell pepper.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610 calories, Carbohydrate 88 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CLASSIC PESTO



Classic Pesto image

This versatile pesto boasts a perfect basil flavor. Pair it with pasta and you've got a classic Italian dinner. -Iola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups loosely packed basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, halved
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the basil, cheese, garlic and salt in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add nuts; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Store in an airtight container in the freezer up to 1 year.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SPINACH PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Spinach Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, spaghetti, fresh spinach, walnuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, lemon juice, olive oil

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 chicken breast
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
8 oz spaghetti, cooked according to package
4 cups fresh spinach
½ cup walnuts
4 cloves garlic
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a food processor, add all ingredients to make pesto and blend until walnuts are finely blended.
  • In a hot pan, add olive oil and cook chicken breast. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove the chicken and slice.
  • Combine the chicken and pesto sauce into spaghetti and mix until the sauce fully coats the pasta.
  • Serve and top it off with parmesan cheese.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 2 grams

VEGAN PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Vegan Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh basil, fresh arugula, lemon juice, olive oil, water, garlic, pepper, kosher salt, almond meal, vegan spaghetti, pasta water

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup fresh basil, packed
1 cup fresh arugula, packed
½ lemon lemon juice
⅓ cup olive oil
½ cup water
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 ¼ cups almond meal
1 lb vegan spaghetti
⅓ cup pasta water, if you're using this as a dip, omit the pasta water

Steps:

  • Combine basil, arugula, lemon juice, water, and olive oil to a blender and blend for 5-10 seconds.
  • Add garlic, salt, pepper, and almond meal to the blender and blend until completely incorporated.
  • Boil salted water and cook spaghetti according to packaging instructions.
  • When draining the pasta, reserve ⅓ to 1 cup (80 to 235 ml) of water.
  • Once drained, return the pasta to the pot, and stir in the pesto, adding reserved pasta water until the sauce reaches desired consistency.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 2 grams

PESTO GARDEN PASTA FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY RECIPE BY TASTY



Pesto Garden Pasta For The Whole Family Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh basil leaves, olive oil, grated parmesan cheese, almond butter, lemon juice, garlic, lemon zest, kosher salt, pepper, kosher salt, pasta, grape tomato, yellow cherry tomato, red onion, mozzarella ball

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups fresh basil leaves
½ cup olive oil
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon almond butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, smashed
2 teaspoons lemon zest
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
kosher salt, to taste
4 cups pasta, short, such as farfalle or penne
1 cup grape tomato, halved
1 cup yellow cherry tomato, halved
¼ cup red onion, sliced
8 oz mozzarella ball, drained

Steps:

  • Add the basil, olive oil, Parmesan, almond butter, lemon juice, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  • Drain and transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl.
  • Add the grape tomatoes, yellow tomatoes, red onion, and mozzarella balls to the pasta.
  • Pour the pesto sauce over the pasta.
  • Toss the ingredients together.
  • Serve warm in a bowl.
  • Enjoy! Adapted from The Minimalist Kitchen by Melissa Coleman. Copyright © 2018 Oxmoor House. Reprinted with permission from Time Inc. Books, a division of Meredith Corporation. New York, NY. All rights reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 744 calories, Carbohydrate 88 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 6 grams

PESTO PASTA & POTATOES



Pesto Pasta & Potatoes image

Although this healthy pasta dish is pretty simple to begin with, it's made even easier because you can throw the green beans and pasta into one big pot to cook. -Laura Flowers, Moscow, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 pounds small red potatoes, halved
12 ounces uncooked whole grain spiral pasta
3 cups cut fresh or frozen green beans
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) prepared pesto
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain; transfer to a large bowl., Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, adding green beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup pasta water; add to potatoes. Toss with pesto, cheese and enough pasta water to moisten.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PESTO PASTA



Pesto Pasta image

Easy to make, but full of flavor! Good hot or cold.

Provided by Lauren

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup chopped onion
2 ½ tablespoons pesto
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) package pasta
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until done. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan over medium low heat. Add pesto, onion, and salt and pepper. Cook about five minutes, or until onions are soft.
  • In a large bowl, mix pesto mixture into pasta. Stir in grated cheese. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 43.5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 71.3 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

PESTO



Pesto image

Homemade pesto always makes a thoughtful hostess gift. Mix things up with this cilantro variation. It's delicious served with pasta or in one of these recipes using pesto. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 3/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup tightly packed fresh basil or cilantro leaves
1 cup tightly packed fresh parsley leaves
1 to 2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a food processor, puree all ingredients. Refrigerate for several weeks or freeze in a tightly covered container. Toss a few tablespoons pesto with hot cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PESTO SHRIMP PASTA



Pesto Shrimp Pasta image

A dash of red pepper puts zip in this lively main dish from Gloria Jones Grenga of Newnan, Georgia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine 1 tablespoon oil, basil, lemon juice, garlic and salt; cover and process until smooth. , In a large skillet, saute asparagus in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add shrimp and pepper flakes. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. , Drain spaghetti; place in a large bowl. Add basil mixture; toss to coat. Add shrimp mixture and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

PESTO PASTA



Pesto Pasta image

"My husband loves this fresh-tasting side dish that's as good as it is easy," assures Karen Behrend of Newport, Washington. The appetizing aroma of basil is sure to whet guests' appetites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) spiral pasta
1/3 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, quartered
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, place the basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic and nutmeg. Cover and process on low for 1 minute or until very finely chopped. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drain pasta; top with pesto and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PESTO SPAGHETTI



Pesto Spaghetti image

Fresh parsley, Parmesan cheese and a variety of herbs pack plenty of flavor into this well-seasoned side dish. Jeanette Simec from Ottawa, Illinois shares the recipe for this quick and pleasing pasta toss.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and marjoram
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • For pesto, combine the oil, parsley and seasonings in a blender; cover and process until blended. Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. , Transfer to a serving bowl. Add the walnuts, cheese and pesto; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

SIMPLE PESTO PASTA



Simple Pesto Pasta image

Simply noodles with a pesto and butter sauce. You could add chopped cooked chicken or shrimp to make a fuller meal.

Provided by MOMof5

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ (16 ounce) box dry fettuccine pasta
¼ cup butter, or to taste
3 tablespoons minced garlic
¼ cup pesto

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil; cook the fettuccini at a boil until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Transfer the fettuccini to a bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the garlic and pesto in the melted butter until warmed, 2 to 3 minutes; pour over the fettuccini and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 204.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

ONE-POT CHICKEN PESTO PASTA



One-Pot Chicken Pesto Pasta image

When my garden basil goes nuts, I make pesto and keep it frozen in small containers for the right opportunity, like this saucy one-pot chicken pesto pasta recipe. -Kimberly Fenwick, Hobart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup frozen peas
1/3 cup prepared pesto

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with seasoning blend. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown evenly; remove from pan., In same pan, combine broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes., Add broccoli; cook, covered, 5 minutes. Return chicken to pan; cook, covered, until pasta is tender and chicken is no longer pink, 2-3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Add peas; heat through. Stir in pesto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh basil for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • Toast the pine nuts in a pan over medium heat until they are golden brown. This will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • If you don't have Parmesan cheese, you can use another hard cheese, such as Pecorino Romano or Asiago.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. The better the olive oil, the better the pesto will taste.
  • Add a little bit of lemon juice to the pesto to brighten up the flavor.
  • Serve the pesto pasta immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Pesto pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With its vibrant green color and nutty flavor, pesto pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pesto pasta a try. You won't be disappointed!

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