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Ingredients
Basil Pesto Pasta
Cook the pasta according to package directions in plenty of salted water until al dente.
To make the pesto: Peel the garlic. Rinse the basil and shake dry. Set aside a few leaves for garnish. Combine the remaining basil, garlic, olive oil, pine nuts and parmesan cheese with an immersion blender or with a mortar and pestle.
Drain the pasta and combine with the pesto. Serve in deep plates and garnish with basil leaves.
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
| Calorie | 649 cal. | (31 %) | ||
| Protein | 21 g | (21 %) | ||
| Fat | 22 g | (19 %) | ||
| Carbohydrates | 90 g | (60 %) | ||
| Sugar added | 0 g | (0 %) | ||
| Roughage | 7.6 g | (25 %) |
Healthy, because
The basil in the pesto supports the digestion with essential oils and tanning agents and supplies carotenoids, which can protect the body cells from damage and as a precursor of vitamin A can improve vision.
Even smarter
For a higher fibre content, you can replace spelt noodles with wholemeal noodles of any kind. Grilled vegetables such as eggplant and red peppers go well with pesto pasta.