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Thai Basil Pesto Pasta Recipe

A delicious and easy Thai basil pesto pasta recipe.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Pesto

  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup pine nuts
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 lb pasta

Instructions 

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a food processor, combine basil, Parmesan, olive oil, pine nuts, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until well coated.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Pasta, Pesto, Thai Basil
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