Nut-Free Bowtie Pasta with Pesto Sauce
Elevate your pasta nights with this vibrant Nut-Free Bowtie Pasta with Pesto Sauce, a quick and family-friendly recipe that’s both allergy-conscious and bursting with fresh, bold flavors. Featuring tender bowtie pasta tossed in a creamy, nut-free pesto made with toasted pumpkin seeds, fragrant fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is a healthier twist on the classic pesto pasta. Juicy cherry tomatoes and crisp baby spinach add a pop of color and texture, making every bite a taste of summer freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served warm for a comforting dinner or chilled as a refreshing pasta salad. Perfect for weeknight meals, gatherings, or meal prep, this nut-free pasta dish is sure to become a household favorite.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Bowtie (Farfalle) Pasta
- 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves
- 1 cup Pumpkin Seeds
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic Cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 cup Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
- 2 cups Baby Spinach Leaves
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pumpkin seeds, Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, and lemon juice. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
Step 3
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 4
Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes. Set them aside.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and drained pasta, freshly made pesto sauce, halved cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach leaves.
Step 6
Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the pesto and the vegetables are evenly distributed.
Step 7
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a cold pasta salad option. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1072.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4517.5 |
| Total Fat 329.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 49.9g | |
| Cholesterol 88.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3093.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 292.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.8g | |
| Protein 121.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1164.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2318.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories