Nut-Free Pasta with Pesto and Cheese
Indulge in the vibrant, nut-free twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Nut-Free Pasta with Pesto and Cheese recipe. Perfect for those with dietary restrictions, this creamy pesto features aromatic fresh basil, savory Parmesan cheese, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of garlic, blended into a silky sauce—no nuts required! Tossed with perfectly cooked pasta and topped with extra Parmesan and juicy cherry tomatoes for a burst of color and flavor, this dish is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're serving it as a comforting weeknight meal or an elegant dish for guests, this nut-free pasta is sure to satisfy any crowd. Keywords: nut-free pesto recipe, pasta with pesto, easy dinner ideas, vegetarian Italian recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 100 grams Cherry tomatoes (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (extra, for serving)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the nut-free pesto. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, lemon juice, water, salt, and pepper.
With the processor running, gradually pour in the extra virgin olive oil and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Return the drained pasta to the pot and place over low heat. Add the pesto sauce, tossing well to coat the pasta evenly. If the pesto is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves for garnish, if using.
Serve the pesto pasta hot, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and cherry tomatoes.
Enjoy your delicious nut-free pasta with pesto and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.5 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.3 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 5541 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 103.2 g | 206% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2297 mg | 177% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 682 mg | 15% | |
*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.
