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Pesto Pasta With Cherry Tomatoes

A simple and delicious pasta dish with fresh pesto and cherry tomatoes.
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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

  • 400 g Pasta
  • 200 g Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • ½ cup Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a blender, combine basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth to make the pesto.
  3. 3. In a pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to soften.
  4. 4. Add the cooked pasta and pesto to the pan with the cherry tomatoes. Toss to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. 5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Cherry Tomatoes, Pasta, Pesto
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