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Lemon & Garlic Pesto Pasta

This deliciously fresh pesto pasta recipe is so flavorful and perfect for a quick, easy dinner.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2 -3
Calories: 514 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/3 package spaghettini
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • zest of one lemon
  • 1/2 cup frozen edamame or peas
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
  • juice of one lemon
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 ball of burrata
For the pesto
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

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  1. With a mortar and pestle, make the pesto by combining fresh basil, dill, olive oil, parmesan cheese and salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta and setting aside.
  3. Place a large frying pan over medium heat and add butter. Add shallots and garlic, saute 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Turn to low heat, stir in lemon zest, edamame or peas, salt and pepper - cook for a few minutes to warm the edamame or peas. Add lemon juice, parmesan cheese and about 1/4 cup pasta water, then stir in the noodles. Cook on low about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. creaminess.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper and parmesan cheese OR add more pasta water for more
  6. To serve, plate pasta on a large bowl or platter, add the burrata ball and spoon over pesto sauce.

Notes

  • If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can pulse the pesto ingredients in a blender or food processor to make the pesto.
  • If you can't find burrata you can simply omit from the recipe and top with more parmesan cheese or another favourite protein. A soft ball of mozzarella cheese would also work.

Nutrition Information

Calories 514kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 20.7g (41%) Fat 46.3g (71%) Saturated Fat 10.1g (51%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g Monounsaturated Fat 29g Cholesterol 26.8mg (9%) Sodium 1550.3mg (65%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2.8g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2-3

Amount Per Serving

Calories 514

% Daily Value*

Calories 514kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 20.7g 41%
Fat 46.3g 71%
Saturated Fat 10.1g 51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g 26%
Monounsaturated Fat 29g 145%
Cholesterol 26.8mg 9%
Sodium 1550.3mg 65%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2.8g 6%

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