Penne with Fresh Green Pesto

A fresh vegetarian pasta dish featuring homemade basil pesto tossed with tender penne and topped with grated pecorino cheese.

Vegetarian Quick Italian Pasta Pesto

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

1150.5

kcal / serving

1150.5 kcal total

Carbs

54.8g

per serving

54.8 g total

Fat

88.4g

per serving

88.4 g total

Protein

34.2g

per serving

34.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

person

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy

Pecorino Cheese

Grated

to taste

Pecorino Cheese

Extra for serving

GrainsCereals

125

Penne Pasta

Fresh

NutsSeeds

handfuls

Basil

Leaves

cloves

Garlic

Peeled

tbsp

Pine Nuts

Toasted

to taste

Salt

to taste

Black Pepper

Freshly ground

OilsFats

tbsp

Olive Oil

Method

Process basil, garlic, pecorino, and pine nuts in a blender while gradually adding olive oil.

Season the pesto mixture with salt and black pepper.

Cook the penne in boiling water according to packet instructions.

Drain the pasta while reserving a small amount of cooking liquid in the pan.

Stir the pesto into the hot pasta until well coated.

Serve in a dish and garnish with additional grated pecorino.