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Winter Pesto Pasta

Cultural Context

Originating from the culinary traditions of Northern Italy, pesto is traditionally made with basil. However, winter variations often incorporate seasonal greens like kale, which provide a heartier flavor and nutrition during the colder months. This adaptation celebrates the versatility of pesto, making it a comforting dish that highlights winter produce while still being vibrant and fresh. Today, winter pesto pasta is enjoyed in many homes, showcasing the creativity of seasonal cooking.

ItalianUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
200 grams tagliatelle noodles
150 grams frozen peas
3 cloves garlic
75 ml olive oil
75 ml water
100 grams toasted cashew nuts
1/2 apple juice
1/2 lime
1 teaspoon salt
kale
1 bunch scallions
1/2 red chili
1 courgette

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds offer healthy fats and are often less expensive.

1

Boil water in a pot.

2

Add 200 grams of tagliatelle noodles to the boiling water and a pinch of salt.

3

Pour boiling water over 150 grams of frozen peas to defrost them.

4

In a blender, combine 3 cloves of garlic, 75 ml of olive oil, 75 ml of water, 100 grams of toasted cashew nuts, 1/2 apple juice, 1/2 lime, and 1 teaspoon of salt to make the pesto.

5

Add kale to the blender and blend until smooth.

6

Slice a full bunch of scallions and set aside.

7

In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and add the chopped greens and 1/2 sliced red chili, cooking until soft.

8

Chop 1 courgette into small pieces and add to the pan with a pinch of salt.

9

After 4 minutes, drain and rinse the tagliatelle noodles, then add them to the pan.

10

Add the defrosted peas to the pan and mix everything together, ensuring the pesto coats the pasta evenly.

Cooking Techniques

blendingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potblenderpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Pasta with Winter Pesto

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