Spinach Pesto with Pasta
Fresh spinach pesto with pasta made with garlic, nuts, and Parmesan—an easy, vibrant sauce that’s perfect for tossing with your favorite noodles!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 lb uncooked pasta
- 4 cups raw spinach leaves
- 3 whole cloves of garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about half of a lemon)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup unsalted almonds
- 1/2 cup shredded or grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large food processor, combine the spinach, garlic, lemon juice, basil, almonds, parmesan cheese, salt, and olive oil. Pulse until a smooth consistency is achieved. Transfer to the pot of pasta and mix to combine until the pasta is evenly coated. This pesto can also be served as is as a dip or spread!
Notes
To make vegan, use non-dairy Parmesan cheese instead of Parmesan cheese.
To make nut-free, substitute pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for the almonds. If you have a nut allergy, please be cautious with subtitutions and always check the label for risk of cross-contamination.
Find it online: https://onehungrybunny.com/spinach-pesto-with-pasta-recipe/
