Best 8 Roast Pepper Pesto With Pasta Recipes

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Roasting red peppers unlocks their naturally sweet and smoky flavors, making them a perfect addition to a vibrant and flavorful pesto. Combined with aromatic basil, nutty parmesan, and a hint of garlic, this pesto elevates ordinary pasta into an unforgettable dish. Its vibrant color and bold flavors make it a delightful treat for both the eyes and the palate, promising an unforgettable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED RED PEPPER PESTO PASTA



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This Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Pasta is bursting with flavour and goes down in just 15mins!

Provided by Chris Collins

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12oz / 350g Linguine, or other long cut pasta
16oz / 460g jar of Roasted Red Peppers, drained ((see notes))
1/3-1/2cup / 80ml-125ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2cup / 35g freshly grated Parmesan, plus extra to serve
1 large handful of Fresh Basil
4 tbsp Pinenuts, toasted
1 small clove of Garlic
1/2 tsp Salt, or to taste
1/4 tsp Black Pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Cook your pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Retain a cup of starchy pasta water.
  • Add all of your other ingredients apart from the extra virgin olive oil into a food processor and turn on the motor. Slowly pour in oil to blend (you may not need it all).
  • Place the pesto in a bowl and add your pasta. Start to toss, using the starchy pasta water too thin out as needed. The starchy water will emulsify with the oil to create a glossy and slightly creamy sauce. Just don't use too much else it'll turn watery. Also, make sure it's done in a bowl off heat, pesto doesn't cook well.
  • Serve warm with extra parmesan!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 kcal, Carbohydrate 28.82 g, Protein 10.33 g, Fat 26.97 g, SaturatedFat 5.315 g, TransFat 0.118 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 764 mg, Fiber 4.2 g, Sugar 3.28 g, UnsaturatedFat 20.829 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ROASTED RED PEPPER PESTO PASTA RECIPE



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Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Pasta is a healthy pasta recipe using whole grain noodles that everyone will enjoy.

Provided by Sommer Collier

Categories     Main Course     Pasta

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces roasted red peppers (or use 3-4 fresh roasted peppers )
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves (10-15 leaves)
2 cloves garlic (peeled)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup olive oil
16 ounces DeLallo Organic Whole Grain Pasta (any variety)
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil the pasta according to the DeLallo package instructions, approximately 10-12 minutes. Drain the pasta and pour back in the pot.
  • While the pasta is cooking, chop the walnuts in a food processor. Pour the walnuts into a small bowl then add the roasted red peppers, fresh basil, and garlic to the food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese, chopped walnuts, olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the food processor, Pulse to combine. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour the pesto over the cooked and drained pasta and toss to coat. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 458 kcal, Carbohydrate 62 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 1169 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g

ROASTED RED PEPPER PESTO PASTA



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Number Of Ingredients 10

2 red bell peppers
1/2 cup toasted almonds
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan (more for garnish)
4 garlic cloves
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling at the end)
Coarse salt
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
12 oz orecchiette pasta (or small pasta of choice)
Basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the peppers on a baking sheet, and broil on high until the peppers have blackened all over. Using tongs, turn the peppers every few minutes or so, to make sure the entire thing is charred. Immediately transfer the peppers to a plastic bag, seal and let steam for 10 minutes. Once slightly cooled, place the peppers on a cutting board, the pull back the charred skins. Remove the stems and seeds as well.
  • In a large food processor, place the roasted red peppers, almonds, parmesan, garlic, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and a good pinch of coarse salt. With the motor running, add the oil in a thin stream, until it becomes a pesto consistency. Taste it. Need more salt? You know what to do.
  • In the meantime, boil the orecchiette until it reaches al dente, according to package directions. Drain and stir the pesto into the pasta. Toss toss toss!
  • Garnish with extra cheese, a good drizzle of oil, and fresh basil leaves. IT IS EVERYTHING.
  • Serves 4.

ROAST PEPPER PESTO WITH PASTA



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Use leftovers from our Roast pepper & chorizo salad to make this easy pasta dish - see the recipe, below right

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 roasted garlic cloves (use leftovers from our roast pepper & chorizo salad dish - recipe right)
4 roasted red peppers (use leftovers from our roast pepper & chorizo salad dish - recipe right)
1 tsp cayenne pepper
75g blanched almonds , roughly chopped
50g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), roughly chopped, plus extra for serving (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil
400g pasta (we used tripolini)
large pack basil leaves

Steps:

  • Remove the skin from the roasted garlic cloves. In the small bowl of a food processor, whizz the roasted peppers, garlic, cayenne, almonds, Parmesan and oil until it makes a rough pesto consistency. Taste and season.
  • Bring a pan of water to the boil and cook the pasta following pack instructions. Drain, reserving a little cooking water. Return the pasta to the pan with the pesto, basil and a little of the cooking water, then heat through. Serve with extra Parmesan, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 84 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

ROASTED RED PEPPER & PARSLEY PESTO WITH PENNE



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Try a new take on pesto and blend red peppers, cashew nuts and parsley then serve spooned through hot pasta

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

400g penne
290g jar roasted red pepper , drained
large handful flat-leaf parsley , plus a few chopped leaves to garnish
75g unsalted cashew
1 large garlic clove , roughly chopped
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
50g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), grated

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Meanwhile, put the peppers, parsley, nuts, garlic and olive oil in a small food processor or mini chopper, and whizz to a pesto consistency. Season and mix in the Parmesan.
  • Drain the pasta and return to the pan with the pesto. Stir and gently heat for 1 min, then sprinkle with a little more chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 57 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

THREE PEPPER PESTO



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This recipe uses red bell peppers, black pepper, dried chile pepper and lots of Parmesan cheese, but less basil than most pesto recipes. The predominant flavor is sweet red pepper. It's excellent toasted with bread under the broiler or tossed with pasta. The pesto keeps up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Provided by mushythedestroyer

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
¼ cup tightly packed basil leaves
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the Parmesan cheese and olive oil in a blender or food processor; blend until smooth. Add the red bell pepper, basil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper; blend again until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 85.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SWEET PEPPER PESTO PASTA



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What's a family gathering or potluck without at least one pasta salad? This one's great freshly made or for several days after. We like it warm or cold. -Karen Hentges, Bakersfield, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

20 miniature sweet peppers, seeded and cut into rings
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1 cup prepared pesto
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Toss peppers with oil and garlic powder; spread evenly in a greased 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast until tender, 10-15 minutes. Cool slightly., Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain. Place in a large bowl., Stir in pesto, olives and peppers. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 493mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

RED PEPPER PESTO PASTA



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This is a flavorful pesto dish that I have created.

Provided by luke

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound penne pasta
2 bunches fresh basil leaves
1 cup roasted red pepper
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot with lightly-salted water to a boil. Stir the penne into the water and return to a boil. Cook until the pasta is mostly tender but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain. Transfer the drained pasta to a large bowl.
  • Place the basil, red pepper, and Parmesan cheese in the bowl of a food processor; stream the olive oil into the mixture as it blends until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the sauce over the cooked pasta and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 678 calories, Carbohydrate 61.4 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 41 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 286.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful peppers for the best flavor in your pesto.
  • Roast the peppers until they are slightly charred and tender. This will give them a smoky, caramelized flavor.
  • Use a food processor or blender to make the pesto. This will help to create a smooth and creamy sauce.
  • Taste the pesto and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or garlic to taste.
  • Serve the pesto immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Roasted pepper pesto is a delicious and versatile sauce. It can be used in a variety of dishes, including pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. It is also a great way to add flavor to grilled meats and vegetables. With its smoky, caramelized flavor, roasted pepper pesto is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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