Gluten-Free Pasta with Pesto and Cheese
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Gluten-Free Pasta with Pesto and Cheese recipe, a vibrant celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Tender gluten-free pasta is paired with a velvety pesto sauce made from aromatic basil leaves, nutty Parmesan, rich pine nuts, and a hint of garlic, blended to perfection with extra-virgin olive oil. Cherry tomatoes and cubed mozzarella take this dish to the next level, adding bursts of freshness and creamy decadence to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this naturally gluten-free recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties, making it a crowd-pleaser for everyone at the table. Serve warm with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan, and let this flavorful, nutrient-packed dish steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Gluten-free pasta
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Pine nuts
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, cubed
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a food processor, combine basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic cloves. Pulse until finely chopped.
With the processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil, processing until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
Season the pesto with salt and black pepper to taste.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella cubes.
Pour the pesto sauce over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.4 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.5 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 268 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 4070 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 101.9 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2193 mg | 169% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 967 mg | 21% | |
*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.
