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20-Minute Tomato Pesto Pasta

A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup slivered almonds
  • 10 to 12 to 12 ounces Cherry or grape tomatoes about 2 to 3 cups
  • ½ cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1 medium garlic clove chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • ¾ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound linguine or spaghetti noodles
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving (optional)
  • fresh basil for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the noodles according to package directions.
  2. While the noodles are boiling, toast the almonds in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until lightly golden and fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
  3. In a food processor, combine the almonds, tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, and salt. Process for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and process again until the mixture is mostly smooth (there will be small bits of almonds but everything else should be pretty smooth). With the food processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil and mix for 20-30 seconds. Set aside.
  4. Drain the noodles and return to the pot.
  5. Pour over the pesto sauce, add the Parmesan cheese, and toss to combine.
  6. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and fresh basil, if desired.

Notes

  • Almonds: don't skip toasting those almonds! It adds a delicious depth of flavor that you don't want to miss.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 455kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 60g (20%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 434mg (18%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 455kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 434mg 18%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.