PASTA WITH ARUGULA PESTO

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The unique flavour of arugula makes this pesto peppery and robust.

Provided by Jessica

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup chopped walnuts
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups coarsely chopped arugula, stems included
¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
½ cup olive oil
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 (16 ounce) package dry pasta

Steps:

  • Combine the walnuts, garlic, arugula, and cilantro or basil in a food processor or blender. Whirl them just until they are coarsely chopped. While the machine is running, add the olive oil in a thin stream. Transfer the pesto to a bowl. (At this point the pesto can be frozen. Thaw it before proceeding.)
  • Stir the Parmesan cheese, salt, and cayenne into the pesto
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it is just tender. Drain the pasta, return it to the empty pot, and toss it with the pesto, adding a tablespoon or two of water if necessary to distribute the pesto evenly.
  • Transfer the pasta to a serving bowl or to individual plates, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 80.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Abdussamad Ahmad
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.


Sospeter Ndegwa
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This is a great recipe to use up leftover veggies.


selma mberirua
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I'm not a big fan of arugula, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pesto was very flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


TaNu WoRld
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This dish is a great way to show off your culinary skills to your friends and family.


Shaik MDK
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The arugula pesto is so good, I could eat it by the spoonful!


Mwamize Omar
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I love that this dish is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Manshan Rajesh
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Milad Ibrahimi
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I'm not usually a fan of arugula, but this dish won me over. The pesto was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


hesborn augustine
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This dish is a nice change from the traditional pesto pasta. The arugula gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Bongane Dhlamini
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The arugula pesto is so versatile. I've used it on other dishes and it's always a hit.


Persuade Well Misha
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This pasta is a great way to use up leftover arugula. It's also a great vegetarian option.


HEMAT khan
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the amazing taste.


Ety Akter
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I love the simplicity of this dish yet it's so packed with flavor. The arugula pesto is a real winner.


BlakeNLaylas gaming channel
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This is now my go-to pasta recipe. It's so easy to make and always a big hit with my family and friends.


Matthew Whitney
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This pasta dish was an absolute delight! The arugula pesto was incredibly flavorful and vibrant, with a perfect balance of nuttiness, bitterness, and freshness. The combination of flavors and textures was just divine.