Salads

Pasta Salad with Peas and Pesto

by Editorial Staff

Summary

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Salad
Cuisine European
Servings (Default: 4)

Ingredients

For the pesto:

  • 1 large clove (s) garlic, roughly chopped
  • 1 bunch basil
  • 120 g pecorino, freshly rated
  • 3 tablespoon walnuts or pine nuts, roasted
  • 3 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
  • salt and pepper

Also:

  • 300 g peas, reen, frozen
  • 250 g pasta (Gemelli or Fusilloni)
  • salt and pepper
  • Lemon juice
Pasta Salad with Peas and Pesto
Pasta Salad with Peas and Pesto

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packet. At the end of the cooking time, add the frozen peas and cook briefly.
  2. Mix the basil, garlic, cheese, nuts and lemon juice in a blender bowl. Then mix with a mixer. When the machine is running, slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream. Then season with salt and pepper and season to taste.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the pesto, pasta and peas together. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
  4. Garnish the salad with chopped nuts and chopped herbs, if desired.
Editorial Staff

About Editorial Staff

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