Gluten-Free Pasta al Pesto
Savor the classic flavors of Italy with a modern twist in this Gluten-Free Pasta al Pesto recipe, designed for those seeking a healthy and allergen-friendly meal without sacrificing taste. Featuring tender gluten-free pasta coated in a luscious homemade pesto of fresh basil, rich pine nuts, grated Parmesan, and fragrant garlic, this dish is elevated with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and wholesome pasta recipe caters to busy weeknights while making excellent use of pantry staples. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this gluten-free pesto pasta pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or garlic bread, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Gluten-free pasta
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the pesto. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
Slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream while the food processor is running, until the mixture is smooth.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the pesto, and pulse a few more times to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and then drain the rest.
In a large bowl, toss the warm pasta with the pesto, adding a bit of the reserved pasta water as needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
Serve immediately with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.8 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1875 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.4 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 518 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% | |
*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.
