Gluten-Free Bowtie Pasta with Pesto Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and satisfying Gluten-Free Bowtie Pasta with Pesto Sauce! Perfectly al dente bowtie pasta serves as the gluten-free canvas for a luxurious, homemade basil pesto bursting with fresh flavor. Crafted with handpicked basil leaves, creamy pine nuts, sharp Parmesan cheese, and a touch of zesty lemon juice, this recipe focuses on simplicity without compromising taste. The silky pesto clings effortlessly to the bowtie pasta, creating a dish that's both wholesome and indulgent. Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Garnish with fresh basil or an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for a stunningly aromatic finish. A must-try for pasta lovers seeking a gluten-free delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Gluten-free bowtie pasta
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Pine nuts
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- as needed Water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gluten-free bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions or until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the pesto sauce. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic cloves. Pulse until the ingredients are chopped finely.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the food processor and pulse a few times to combine.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Continue processing until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the pesto, and pulse again to incorporate. If the pesto is too thick, add a tablespoon of water and blend. Repeat if necessary until desired consistency is achieved.
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
Add the prepared pesto sauce to the pasta, and stir to coat evenly. If necessary, add a little reserved pasta water to help the sauce adhere to the pasta.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the gluten-free bowtie pasta with pesto sauce warm, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.6 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1885 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.7 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 50.9 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 555 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 748 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
