The Nutty Twist: Try This Pistachio Pesto Pasta Recipe Today!

Today’s Unique Creation: Pistachio Pesto Pasta

Greetings, lovely readers! I am thrilled to share a new recipe creation with you today. As the warm summer days are slowly coming to an end, I was inspired to create a dish that combines the freshness of basil with the nuttiness of pistachios. This Pistachio Pesto Pasta is a delightful twist on a classic favorite that will surely surprise your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• food processor
• large pot
• spiralizer

For the pesto:
– 50g fresh basil leaves
– 30g pistachios, shelled
– 1 clove of garlic
– 30g Parmesan cheese, grated
– 60ml olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste

For the pasta:
– 200g spaghetti
– 1 zucchini, spiralized
– 1 yellow squash, spiralized

Preparation:

Start by preparing the pesto. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pistachios, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until smooth, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

Next, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.

In a large pan, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add the spiralized zucchini and yellow squash, sautéing until slightly softened.

Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the spiralized veggies. Pour the pistachio pesto over the pasta and vegetables, tossing everything together until well coated.

Serve the Pistachio Pesto Pasta hot, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for added crunch.

Approximate total weight of the cooked dish: 600g
Approximate number of servings: 4
Average weight of one serving: 150g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 400 calories

One clever tip for this dish is to toast the pistachios before blending them into the pesto. This will enhance their nutty flavor and add a nice depth to the sauce.

I hope you give this Pistachio Pesto Pasta a try and enjoy the unique combination of flavors. Feel free to experiment with different herbs or nuts to make this dish your own. Happy cooking!