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Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Pasta Recipe

Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Pasta is a healthy pasta recipe using whole grain noodles that everyone will enjoy.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
17 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 458 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces roasted red peppers or use 3-4 fresh roasted peppers
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves 10-15 leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 16 ounces DeLallo Organic Whole Grain Pasta any variety
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil the pasta according to the DeLallo package instructions, approximately 10-12 minutes. Drain the pasta and pour back in the pot.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, chop the walnuts in a food processor. Pour the walnuts into a small bowl then add the roasted red peppers, fresh basil, and garlic to the food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
  3. Add the Parmesan cheese, chopped walnuts, olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the food processor, Pulse to combine. Salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the pesto over the cooked and drained pasta and toss to coat. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 458kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 62g (21%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 7mg (2%) Sodium 1169mg (49%) Potassium 326mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 520IU (10%) Vitamin C 35.6mg (40%) Calcium 167mg (17%) Iron 3.8mg (21%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 458

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 458kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 62g 21%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 1169mg 49%
Potassium 326mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 520IU 10%
Vitamin C 35.6mg 40%
Calcium 167mg 17%
Iron 3.8mg 21%

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