Go Back
–+ servings

Pea Pesto Pasta Recipe

A quick and delicious pasta dish with a fresh pea pesto sauce.
Print Recipe Pin This
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups peas fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup basil leaves
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
  • ¼ cup pine nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 lb pasta your choice
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  2. 2. While the pasta is cooking, blend peas, basil, parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil until smooth.
  3. 3. Drain the pasta and toss with the pea pesto sauce.
  4. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Pasta, Peas, Pesto
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!