Pasta al Pesto di Pistacchi

Pasta al Pesto di Pistacchi is a vibrant vegan dish that combines the rich, nutty flavors of pistachios with fresh basil and garlic, creating a luscious and aromatic pesto. This delightful pasta is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the senses, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or your choice) - 160 grams
• Pistachios (unsalted, shelled) - 50 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 30 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Olive oil - 60 ml
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cherry tomatoes (for garnish) - 100 grams

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the pesto by placing the pistachios, basil, garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and black pepper in a food processor.
3. Pulse the ingredients until coarsely chopped, then slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to blend until you achieve a smooth consistency.
4. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve about 100 ml of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
5. Combine the drained pasta with the pesto in a large bowl, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with halved cherry tomatoes and additional black pepper.

Nutrition

• Calories: 490
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 66 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from pistachios that promote heart health.
• High in antioxidants from fresh basil, which can help reduce inflammation.

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