Description
Creamy, nutty Pistachio Pesto Pasta with vibrant flavors, perfect for quick dinners or elegant meals.
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz pasta of choice
1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Blend pistachios, basil, garlic, and cheese in a food processor.
2. Slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth.
3. Cook pasta al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
4. Combine pasta with pesto and reserved water until creamy.
5. Top with crushed pistachios and extra cheese.
Notes
Toast pistachios lightly for deeper flavor.
Freeze pesto in ice cube trays for up to 3 months.