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Veggie Pesto Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 lb pasta
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup basil
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Toasted pine nuts, for serving
Directions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions, until al dente.
Combine arugula, spinach, basil, pine nuts, grated parmesan, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse on high, then slowly add olive oil, pulsing until combined.
Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta. Combine pasta and pesto in a large bowl. Toss well, then add 1 tbsp reserved pasta water at a time, until sauce is silky.
Top with toasted pine nuts and parmesan cheese and serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes