Lemon Basil Pesto Pasta Recipe

Lemon Basil Pesto Pasta Recipe

petitepanini.com

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Lemon Basil Pesto Pasta recipe is the perfect combination of zesty citrus, aromatic basil, and rich Parmesan. A quick, easy, and healthy pasta dish for...

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Cooking tools:

  • Food processor
  • Blender
  • Microplane
  • Ice cube tray
  • Pot
  • Stove
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Skillet
  • Plate
  • Airtight container
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Ingredients

  • 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • ⅓ cup pine nuts
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp toasted pine nuts
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Lemon wedges

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