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Arugula and Lemon Pesto Pasta
by The Pasta Queen · 1.6M subscribers on YouTube
A quick 15-minute recipe that combines fresh arugula and lemon to create a creamy, vibrant pesto pasta. The forbidden ingredient in ancient Rome, arugula adds a peppery kick. Perfect for any pasta shape.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Difficulty
- easy
Ingredients
8 itemsMethod
- Zest and juice the lemon. Set aside.
- In a food processor, combine arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, garlic, pine nuts, lemon zest, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
- Drain the pasta, reserving a little pasta water. Toss the pasta with the pesto, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmigiano or pine nuts if desired.
The Pasta Queen
Home cook1.6M subscribers on YouTube554.7M total channel viewsThe Pasta Queen by Nadia Caterina Munno. A place filled with the joy of cooking, laughter and silly! My mantra turned into reality: Pasta, Drama and all things all’Italiana 💃🏽✨❤️
