Pesto~Garlic~Pecan Pasta Recipe
Perfect for Pasta night especially on a hot summer evening!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Spaghetti
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1/2 lemon (juice only)
- handful of fresh basil
- s & p to taste
- drizzle olive oil
- 3 tablespoons crushed fresh pecans
- 1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese
- garnish of sprinkling of parmesan and crushed pecans
Directions
- Boil Pasta as per box instructions, drain
- In a food processor add, parsley, garlic cloves, basil, s &p, drizzle olive oil, lemon, run to incorporate ingredients
- Pour over warm pasta, toss gently, garnish with shavings of parmesan, chopped pecans, sprinkling of grated parmesan
- Plate and serve.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 132g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 484 | |
| Calories from Fat 54 | 11% |
| Total Fat 6.31g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat 2.28g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium 104mg | 4% |
| Potassium 300mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs 88.05g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.2g | 14% |
| Sugars 4.98g | 3% |
| Protein 17.68g | 28% |
