Pesto Pasta With Tomatoes And Pine Nuts Recipe

Name: Pesto Pasta With Tomatoes And Pine Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil, firmly packed; 1/2 cup fresh parsley; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese; 3 large garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 lb pasta, cooked and kept warm; 6 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped; salt & pepper; 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Servings: persons

2 cups fresh basil, firmly packed
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
3 large garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 lb pasta, cooked and kept warm
6 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
salt & pepper
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

1
For the pesto, in a food processor or blender, finely chop basil,parsley, parmesan cheese, garlic ,salt and the 1/4 Cup of pine nuts.
2
Add the olive oil and vinegar.
3
Blend until it's the consistency of creamed butter.
4
Toss warm pasta with pesto using as much or as little pesto as you prefer, but make sure to coat the pasta.
5
Add chopped tomatoes, tossing well.
6
Salt & pepper to taste.
7
Serve in your favorite pasta bowl with toasted pine nuts.
8
To toast the pine nuts, lightly brown them in your toaster oven or in a little olive oil until golden.

1093

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups fresh basil, firmly packed, 1/2 cup fresh parsley, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, 3 large garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Pesto Pasta With Tomatoes And Pine Nuts 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pesto Pasta With Tomatoes And Pine Nuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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