Pesto Pasta with Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Pesto Pasta with Tomatoes and Pine Nuts! This easy-to-make dish combines al dente pasta coated in creamy basil pesto with the sweetness of sautéed cherry tomatoes and the irresistible crunch of toasted pine nuts. A sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory finishing touch, making every bite a heavenly blend of textures and bold flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy nights yet elegant enough to impress at your next dinner party. Serve it warm with a side salad or crusty bread for a satisfying, Mediterranean-inspired meal. Keywords: pesto pasta recipe, quick pasta dishes, basil pesto pasta, easy Italian recipes, cherry tomatoes and pine nuts recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (e.g., spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 120 grams Basil pesto
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 40 grams Pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 3 liters Water
Instructions
Bring 3 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, typically 8-12 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Heat a large, dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the halved cherry tomatoes. Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir in the basil pesto, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Season the pasta with ground black pepper to taste. Mix well.
Transfer the pesto pasta to a serving dish and top with toasted pine nuts and grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Pesto Pasta with Tomatoes and Pine Nuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.9 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 4095 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 58.7 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1231 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1559 mg | 33% | |
*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.
