Spaghetti with Pesto and Fresh Herbs Recipe

Name: Spaghetti with Pesto and Fresh Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cups Pine Nuts; ⅓ cups Walnut Halves; 1- 1/2 clove Garlic; 4 cups Basil Leaves; 1-⅓ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Pepper; 1 teaspoon Balsamic Reduction; 1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 16 ounces, weight Spaghetti; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 2 cups Dill; 2 cups Parsley; 2 cups Cilantro; 3/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

3/4 cups Pine Nuts
⅓ cups Walnut Halves
1- 1/2 clove Garlic
4 cups Basil Leaves
1-⅓ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
1 teaspoon Balsamic Reduction
1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
16 ounces, weight Spaghetti
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
2 cups Dill
2 cups Parsley
2 cups Cilantro
3/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese

1
For the pesto: In a food processor, combine pine nuts, walnut halves, and garlic.
2
Pulse a few times to break up and combine the ingredients.
3
Add the basil, Parmesan, lemon juice, salt, pepper, balsamic reduction (if using), and 1/2 cup of olive oil to the food processor and process until very fine.
4
Gradually add the remaining oil, to taste, pulsing until smooth.
5
For the pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions.
6
Once finished, drain well and return spaghetti to pot or serving bowl and mix in about 1 tablespoon of oil so it doesnt stick.
7
Mix in the pesto from the food processor with your cooked spaghetti.
8
Generously add the finely chopped dill, cilantro and parsley on top and then add the grated Parmesan.
9
Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
10
Eat it while its warm and fresh!

1348

kcal

Calories

125

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cups Pine Nuts, ⅓ cups Walnut Halves, 1- 1/2 clove Garlic, 4 cups Basil Leaves, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with Pesto and Fresh Herbs 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.

Spaghetti with Pesto and Fresh Herbs

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