Pasta with Walnuts
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this effortless yet elegant Pasta with Walnuts recipe! Featuring al dente pasta coated in a luscious garlic-infused olive oil, this dish is brought to life with toasted walnuts for a satisfying crunch, savory Parmesan cheese, and a subtle pop of brightness from fresh parsley and lemon zest. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect balance of rich and zesty flavors. Whether you're entertaining or looking for a simple vegetarian pasta idea, this recipe delivers gourmet vibes with minimal effort. Serve it warm and finish with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for a crowd-pleasing touch!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or your choice)
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pasta cooking water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, place the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and roughly chop.
Step 3
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the garlic and toss to coat. Gradually add the reserved pasta cooking water, a little at a time, to help loosen the mixture and distribute the flavors evenly.
Step 5
Stir in the toasted walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined.
Step 6
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and give it a final toss. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
Serve the pasta warm, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (724.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2022.3 |
| Total Fat 146.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 56.6g | |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3734.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 126.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.0g | |
| Protein 70.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1065.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 811.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories