Garlic Scape Pesto Pasta with Toasted Walnuts
Discover a fresh and vibrant way to use seasonal garlic scapes with this delightful pesto pasta. The bright, garlicky flavor of the scapes shines through, complemented by the richness of toasted walnuts and Parmesan cheese. It's a simple yet elegant dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Preparation
15 min.
Cook / Bake
10 min.
Servings
4
Calories
650 kcal
Ingredients
for 4 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
- 300 gSpaghettiGluten
- 250 gGarlic Scapes(trimmed and roughly chopped)
- 80 gWalnuts(toasted)
- 60 gParmesan Cheese(freshly grated)Milch
- 120 mlOlive Oil(extra virgin)
- 1 Prise(n)Salt(to taste)
- 1 Prise(n)Black Pepper(freshly ground, to taste)
- 15 mlLemon Juice(freshly squeezed)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the spaghetti.
While the water is heating, prepare the garlic scape pesto. In a food processor, combine the chopped garlic scapes, toasted walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Pulse the mixture a few times until roughly chopped. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth, but still slightly textured, pesto forms. Add the lemon juice and pulse once more to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 120 ml (1/2 cup) of the pasta cooking water.
Drain the spaghetti and return it to the hot pot. Add the garlic scape pesto and a splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly, adding more pasta water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of toasted walnuts, if desired.
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Nutrition per serving
Calories
650 kcal
Protein
18 g
Carbohydrates
60 g
Fat
38 g
Fiber
7 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/garlic-scape-pesto-pasta-with-toasted-walnuts
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