Linguine with Almond Pesto and Beans
Transform your weeknight pasta game with this vibrant and creamy Linguine with Almond Pesto and Beans! This easy yet elegant dish combines perfectly al dente linguine with a rich, nutty almond pesto made from blanched almonds, fresh basil, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice for a zesty kick. Tender white beans add protein and a hearty texture, making this recipe a satisfying vegetarian meal. Tossed together with a silky sauce achieved by incorporating reserved pasta water, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings. Serve it with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and a garnish of basil for a dinner that feels like a gourmet experience. Perfect for lovers of pesto pasta and Mediterranean flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g linguine
- 100 g blanched almonds
- 60 g fresh basil leaves
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 50 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 120 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 200 g canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 120 ml reserved pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 ml of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta is cooking, make the almond pesto. In a food processor, combine the blanched almonds, fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, 60 ml of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, adding more oil if necessary to reach your desired consistency.
In a large pan, heat the remaining 60 ml of olive oil over medium heat. Add the drained and rinsed white beans and sauté for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked linguine to the pan with the beans. Pour the almond pesto over the pasta and toss to coat evenly.
If the mixture is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta cooking water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2591 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.1 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 3648 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.0 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.1 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 77.7 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1053 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1897 mg | 40% | |
*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.
