Fava Beans With Pesto And Cavatappi Recipe

Name: Fava Beans With Pesto And Cavatappi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds unshelled fava beans (about 3 cups shelled); 1 cup fresh basil leaves (about 1 ounce); 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil; 1 pound uncooked cavatappi pasta; 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 pounds unshelled fava beans (about 3 cups shelled)
1 cup fresh basil leaves (about 1 ounce)
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil
1 pound uncooked cavatappi pasta
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese

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Remove beans from pods; discard pods. Cook beans in boiling water 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain. Remove outer skins from beans; discard skins.
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Combine basil and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in a food processor; process until smooth. With processor on, slowly pour oil through food chute, and process until well blended.
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Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain. Combine pasta and basil mixture in a large bowl, tossing to coat. Add beans and tomatoes, tossing to combine. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
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920

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds unshelled fava beans (about 3 cups shelled), 1 cup fresh basil leaves (about 1 ounce), 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Fava Beans With Pesto And Cavatappi falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fava Beans With Pesto And Cavatappi

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