Spaghetti With Pesto, Green Beans, and Potatoes, Genoese Style

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Spaghetti With Pesto, Green Beans, and Potatoes Recipe

Spaghetti With Pesto, Green Beans, and Potatoes, Genoese Style

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 quantity pesto sauce , prepared
	1 pot of boiling salted water , extra salt
	4 ounces green beans
	2 small gold potatoes , peeled , scrubbed
	1 1/4 lbs spaghetti , good quality
	pasta cooking water ( optional )
	parmigiano-reggiano cheese , for grating

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

665

Sugar

Fat

22g

Spaghetti With Pesto, Green Beans, and Potatoes is a classic Italian pasta dish that originated in the Genoa region of Italy. The dish is typically made with fresh green beans, new potatoes, and pesto sauce, which is made from fresh basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. The recipe is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of Italy in an effortless and quick meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Instructions

1.	Cook the spaghetti in the boiling salted water until tender, but still al dente.
2.	Reserve some pasta cooking water, and then drain the spaghetti in a colander.
3.	Boil the green beans and potatoes in the pot of salted water until the beans are tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
4.	Add the spaghetti to the pot of green beans and potatoes, then toss with the pesto sauce.
5.	If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta cooking water to moisten it up.
6.	Serve hot, with grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese on top.

PROS

This Spaghetti With Pesto, Green Beans, and Potatoes recipe is a quick and easy meal that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

The combination of pesto, green beans, and potatoes is a classic Italian flavor combination that is delicious and satisfying.

CONS

This dish is high in carbohydrates, and may not be suitable for those following a low-carb diet.

While the dish is nutritious, it may not provide all the necessary nutrients that a balanced diet requires, and should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green beans are low in fat and calories, and high in fiber, vitamin C, and folate.
Potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6.
Spaghetti is high in carbohydrates, and provides energy to fuel your body.
Pesto sauce made with basil is high in antioxidants and has antimicrobial properties, making it a healthy addition to this dish.