Vegetarian Pesto over Linguine

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Try this delicious Vegetarian Pesto over Linguine recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

682

Sugar

Fat

38g

This Vegetarian Pesto over Linguine recipe is a quick and easy pasta dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a summer lunch. The pesto is made from fresh basil leaves, pine nuts or almond, parmesan cheese, olive oil, and seasoning. It's a great way to enjoy the flavor of basil and the comfort of pasta without meat. This dish is perfect for vegetarians or anyone looking to enjoy a meatless meal.

Instructions

1.	Cook the linguine according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2.	Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, olive oil, pine nuts or blanched almonds, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.
3.	Pulse until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4.	In a large skillet, heat the pesto over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
5.	Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, stirring until well coated with the pesto.
6.	Serve the Vegetarian Pesto over Linguine hot, garnished with additional grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

PROS

This Vegetarian Pesto over Linguine recipe is packed with fresh basil, which is a great source of antioxidants.

It’s a delicious and satisfying vegetarian pasta dish that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes.

CONS

This recipe contains a fair amount of oil, so it’s not the healthiest option for those watching their fat intake.

The pine nuts or almonds can also be expensive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in vitamin K, which is important for maintaining healthy bones and proper blood clotting.
The basil in the pesto may also help reduce inflammation and improve digestion.

	1 lb linguine
	2 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
	6 tablespoons olive oil
	1/3 cup pine nuts or 1/3 cup blanched almond
	1/4 cup parmesan cheese
	3/4 teaspoon salt
	3/4 teaspoon black pepper