Rice Sticks With Walnut and Basil Pesto and Green Beans Recipe

Name: Rice Sticks With Walnut and Basil Pesto and Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 to 12 ounces thin rice sticks; 1 garlic clove, peeled, green shoot removed; 1 1/4 cups fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup parsley leaves; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped shelled walnuts, the fresher the better (about 1/2 ounce); Salt; freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup (1 ounce) freshly grated Parmesan; 2 tablespoons freshly grated pecorino Romano (optional); 1/4 pound green beans, trimmed and broken into 2-inch lengths

Servings: persons

10 to 12 ounces thin rice sticks
1 garlic clove, peeled, green shoot removed
1 1/4 cups fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup parsley leaves
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped shelled walnuts, the fresher the better (about 1/2 ounce)
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup (1 ounce) freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons freshly grated pecorino Romano (optional)
1/4 pound green beans, trimmed and broken into 2-inch lengths

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Meanwhile, place the rice sticks in a large bowl, and cover with hot water.
3
Let sit 20 minutes, until pliable.
4
Turn on a food processor fitted with the steel blade, and drop in the garlic.
5
When it is chopped and adhering to the sides of the bowl, stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
6
Add the basil, parsley, walnuts, salt, pepper and olive oil to the food processor, and process until smooth and creamy.
7
Add the cheese(s), and pulse to combine.
8
Transfer to a large pasta bowl.
9
When the water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the green beans.
10
Cook five minutes, then transfer to a bowl of ice water and drain.
11
Add the noodles to the water, and boil one minute until tender but still al dente.
12
Add 1/2 cup of the boiling water to the bowl with the pesto, and mix together.
13
Drain the noodles, and toss with the pesto and beans.
14
Serve at once.

1177

kcal

Calories

Fat

212

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: 10 to 12 ounces thin rice sticks, 1 garlic clove, peeled, green shoot removed, 1 1/4 cups fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup parsley leaves, and more.

Yes, Rice Sticks With Walnut and Basil Pesto and Green Beans falls under the General 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.

Rice Sticks With Walnut and Basil Pesto and Green Beans

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