Name: Pea and asparagus pesto pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus; 4 spring onions; 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted; ½ lemon, zested and juiced; 2 Tbsp toasted pine nuts (optional); 1 handful mint leaves; 1 clove of garlic; Salt & pepper; 200g pasta of your choice; Olive oil

Pea and asparagus pesto pasta

26 May 2022

by Dinna

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Background

This green pea and asparagus pesto pasta is super easy to make, perfect for spring & summer lunches. The recipe is vegan, but feel free to add Parmesan for a vegetarian version or use plant-based alternative. Serve it with a crispy salad.

Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus
4 spring onions
1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
½ lemon, zested and juiced
2 Tbsp toasted pine nuts (optional)
1 handful mint leaves
1 clove of garlic
Salt & pepper
200g pasta of your choice
Olive oil

Instructions

Discard the woody ends of the asparagus. Cut off the tips and set these aside.
Cook the pasta according to the packet’s instructions. Add the asparagus tips to the last minute of the cooking, then drain and keep warm.
Meanwhile, finely chop the spring onion and garlic. Cut the asparagus stems into small pieces.
Heat the oil in a pan, add the spring onion and garlic. Fry for 30 seconds, then add the peas and asparagus. Add the lemon juice and a dash of water. Sautee, under cover, for 3-5 minutes until tender.
Let it cool a bit, then transfer the mixture to a small food processor. Add the mint and pine nuts, then whiz until you get a textured paste. Season to taste, add some lemon juice and olive oil to your liking.

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