Gluten-Free Pasta with Pesto Sauce
Bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors, this Gluten-Free Pasta with Pesto Sauce is a quick and satisfying recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Featuring tender gluten-free pasta coated in a luscious homemade pesto made from fragrant basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, zesty lemon juice, and creamy Parmesan cheese, this dish offers a delightful balance of taste and texture. The recipe is simple yet elegant, coming together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules. Customize the pesto to your liking and use the reserved pasta water to achieve the perfect sauce consistency. Garnished with extra Parmesan and pine nuts, this dish is a wholesome, crowd-pleasing option that's naturally gluten-free and loaded with fresh ingredients. Perfect for anyone craving a hearty yet light pasta night!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces gluten-free pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add salt to taste, and cook the gluten-free pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the pesto sauce. In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Pulse a few times to blend the ingredients. With the processor running, slowly add the extra-virgin olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
Step 4
Taste the pesto sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more cheese, lemon juice, or salt as needed.
Step 5
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the rest.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, toss the hot pasta with the pesto sauce. Use the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce, adding a little at a time until the desired thickness is reached.
Step 7
Serve the gluten-free pasta with pesto sauce immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of pine nuts, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (844.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2149.2 |
| Total Fat 165.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.5g | |
| Cholesterol 40mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3066.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 140.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.0g | |
| Protein 34.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 535.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 532.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories