Basil Walnut Pesto Pasta

Basil Walnut Pesto Pasta

Basil Walnut Pesto Pasta! Such an easy and delicious dinner. I whipped up this homemade version with basil from my indoor garden and walnuts, parmesan, and lemon. This recipe is literally as easy as throwing everything in a blender! Oh, and boiling some water for your pasta, too. I love to pair this with a noodle that will catch all the pesto-y goodness, like the fusilli in the pictures below. This pesto pasta also goes great with a glass of your favorite red wine!

Here's what you need for this Basil Walnut Pesto Pasta:

  • Fresh basil
  • Walnut halves
  • Garlic
  • Lemon
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil
  • Chili flakes (optional)
  • Your favorite pasta!

Yields1 Serving
Prep Time5 minsCook Time1 minTotal Time6 mins

This recipe makes enough for 2 servings.

Ingredients:

 3 cups Fresh Basil
 ¼ cup Walnut Halves
 1 tsp Garlic, Minced
 1 Small/Medium Lemon, juiced
 ½ cup Parmesan, shredded
 ½ cup Olive Oil
 Salt and pepper, to taste
 Chili Flakes for Topping (Optional)
 Pasta Noodles of your choice.

Directions:

1

Add all ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor and pulse until mostly smooth, or whatever consistency you love.

2

Pair with your fave noodles, and add a sprinkle of chili flakes if you like it spicy!

If you loved this Basil Walnut Pesto Pasta, make sure to check out some of my other recipes!

Ingredients

 3 cups Fresh Basil
 ¼ cup Walnut Halves
 1 tsp Garlic, Minced
 1 Small/Medium Lemon, juiced
 ½ cup Parmesan, shredded
 ½ cup Olive Oil
 Salt and pepper, to taste
 Chili Flakes for Topping (Optional)
 Pasta Noodles of your choice.

Directions

1

Add all ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor and pulse until mostly smooth, or whatever consistency you love.

2

Pair with your fave noodles, and add a sprinkle of chili flakes if you like it spicy!

Basil Walnut Pesto Pasta

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