Pasta with mint and lemon pesto recipe
Pasta with Mint and Lemon Pesto recipe
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About this recipe
In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.Looking for a refreshing twist on traditional pasta dishes? Look no further than this Pasta with Mint and Lemon Pesto recipe! This vibrant and zesty dish combines the bright flavors of mint and lemon to create a unique and delicious pesto sauce. Tossed with al dente pasta, it's a perfect option for a light and flavorful meal. Whether you're a fan of traditional pesto or looking to try something new, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Pasta with mint and lemon pesto recipe details
Ingredients
| 400 g | pasta |
| salt and freshly ground black pepper | |
| 2 bunch(es) | mint, chopped |
| ½ bunch(es) | parsley, chopped |
| 40 g | chopped almonds, toasted |
| 40 g | freshly grated Parmesan cheese |
| 100 ml | olive oil |
| ½ | lime, juice |
| 400 g | chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces |
| 1 tbsp | oil |
| paprika powder | |
| 100 g | peas, frozen |
Instructions
Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain.Place the Parmesan, almonds, olive oil, mint and parsley in a blender and process until smooth. Season to taste with salt, pepper and lime juice.
In a pan heat the oil. Fry the chicken until golden and crispy all around. Season with salt, pepper and paprika powder.
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and cook the peas for a minute, then strain.
Mix together the pesto, peas and the cooked pasta. Arrange the chicken on top and serve.
Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 10 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a
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