Pesto Pasta With Spinach, Asparagus, And Cherry Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Pesto Pasta With Spinach, Asparagus, And Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Pesto; 2 cups fresh basil leaves (from about 2 bunches); 1/4 cup pine nuts; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large garlic clove, chopped; 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus additional (to garnish); 2 tablespoons freshly grated pecorino cheese, sardo or 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon sea salt; For the Pasta; 12 ounces whole wheat pasta (such as penne or farfalle); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 14 ounces) or (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed; 1 3/4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 cups Baby Spinach or 2 cups arugula; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and cut into bite-size pieces (optional)

Servings: persons

For the Pesto
2 cups fresh basil leaves (from about 2 bunches)
1/4 cup pine nuts
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large garlic clove, chopped
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus additional (to garnish)
2 tablespoons freshly grated pecorino cheese, sardo or 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt
For the Pasta
12 ounces whole wheat pasta (such as penne or farfalle)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 14 ounces) or (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
1 3/4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups Baby Spinach or 2 cups arugula
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and cut into bite-size pieces (optional)

1
Make pesto: Combine basil, pine nuts, oil and garlic in a food processor. Blend until paste forms, stopping often to push down basil. Add cheeses and sea salt. Blend until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. (Makes about 2/3 cup. Can be made 1 day ahead. Top with 1/4 inch olive oil and chill.).
2
Prepare pasta: Cook pasta per package directions. Drain and return to pot.
3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat while pasta cooks. Add asparagus and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cook 4 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook until asparagus are tender 2-3 minutes longer. Remove from heat.
4
Add pesto, spinach, and chicken (if using) to pasta and toss until well-combined. Sprinkle with grated or shaved Parmesan. Serve warm, or chill and serve cold.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Pesto, 2 cups fresh basil leaves (from about 2 bunches), 1/4 cup pine nuts, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pesto Pasta With Spinach, Asparagus, And Cherry Tomatoes 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.

Pesto Pasta With Spinach, Asparagus, And Cherry Tomatoes

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