Lean, Cool Fusilli Al Pesto Recipe

Name: Lean, Cool Fusilli Al Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound string beans; 2 cups vegetable broth (recipe above); 3 cups coarsely chopped basil leaves; 3 garlic cloves, roasted and peeled; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste; 1/2 pound fusilli; 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Servings: persons

1
Blanch the string beans in boiling water for 2 minutes.
2
Drain and rinse under cold running water until cool.
3
Drain again.
4
Cut in half lengthwise.
5
Set aside.
6
Pour the broth into a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
7
Turn off the heat and add 2 cups of the basil.
8
Steep for 1 minute.
9
Strain.
10
Refrigerate until chilled.
11
Combine the broth-and-basil mixture, remaining basil and roasted garlic in a food processor or blender.
12
Puree until smooth.
13
Pour the sauce into a large salad bowl.
14
Add the lemon juice, whisk in the olive oil and add salt and pepper.
15
Add the string beans.
16
Toss.
17
Set aside.
18
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until tender.
19
Drain.
20
Add to the vinaigrette.
21
Toss to combine.
22
Refrigerate until chilled.
23
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
24
Garnish with the toasted pine nuts.

391

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound string beans, 2 cups vegetable broth (recipe above), 3 cups coarsely chopped basil leaves, 3 garlic cloves, roasted and peeled, and more.

Yes, Lean, Cool Fusilli Al Pesto falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lean, Cool Fusilli Al Pesto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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