Pine Nut Basil Pesto with Mint
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Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 3 cups packed fresh basil leaves
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, torn
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to the package directions.
- Meanwhile, place the garlic, pine nuts, basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to combine. While the machine is running, drizzle in 1/4 cup of the oil through the feed tube, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the Parmesan.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the mint.
- Divide the pasta among bowls and spoon the pesto and zucchini over the top.
Calories: 425 Sugar: 4 g Sodium: 356 mg Fiber: 6 g Protein: 19 g