Pasta with Pesto

This Vegetarian Greek Pasta Dish features al dente pasta tossed in a vibrant homemade pesto, enriched with the flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and fresh herbs. It's a delightful blend of Mediterranean ingredients that delivers both taste and nutrition in every bite.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 150 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 30 grams
• Sun-dried tomatoes (in oil) - 50 grams
• Feta cheese - 50 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Pine nuts - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 60 ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
2. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, pine nuts, and feta cheese. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
3. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth. If too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
4. Season the pesto with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the pesto, tossing to coat evenly. If needed, add more pasta water to loosen the sauce.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional feta and pine nuts if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, which support heart health.
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants from fresh basil and sun-dried tomatoes.

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