Farfalle in Quick & Easy 5 Min. Walnut-Arugula Pesto

As the mother of a 4-year old, I love pestos, particularly this Walnut-Arugula Pesto. Pestos require minimal prep work or cooking, are incredibly nutritious, and they freeze really well. So when my mini-mo suddenly says at 3 p.m. “Mama, my tummy is hungry”, I spring into action,

• Boil kettle
• Toss the boiling water & pasta in a pot
• Transform frozen pesto mold into a warm sauce in a jiffy
• Toss the pesto with the pasta

That’s it. 4 simple steps and 10-15 mins. later, I’m feeding the little one.

Farfalle in Quick & Easy 5 Min. Walnut-Arugula Pesto

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• Author: priya’s mashups
• Prep Time: 5
• Cook Time: 15
• Total Time: 20
• Yield: 8 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A nutty, peppery pesto that combines nutrient powehouses arugula & walnut with the fragrance of garlic, olive oil and basil.  The resulting sauce is so delicous and versatile that it can be paired with pasta or used as a spread on sandwiches.

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Ingredients

For Making Pesto:

1 cup arugula

1 cup basil

1 cup olive oil

1/2 cup walnuts

1/4 cup pine nuts 

1/4 cup parmesan (optional esp. for vegans)

2 tbsp. minced garlic

1/2 tsp. ground black pepper

Salt to taste (1/4-1/2 tsp.)

A few drops of lemon

For Making Pasta:

8 oz. Farfalle

1 tbsp. salt (for seasoning pasta water)

Water for boiling pasta

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Instructions

Boiling Pasta:

1. Heat water in a kettle. Transfer to a deep-bottomed pot, season with 1 tbsp. sat and toss in pasta.
2. Cook as per package instructions.
3. Strain in colander, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.

Making Pesto:

1. Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a pan for 2 mins.  Roast garlic for 1 min.
2. Toss the roasted garlic along with all the ingredients under “For Making Pesto:” 1 cup each of arugula, basil & olive oil + 1/2 cup walnuts + 1/4 cup each of parmesan and pine nuts + 1/4 tsp. each of salt & pepper + a few drops of lemon juice.  
3. Blend to a smooth puree.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Pairing Pesto With Pasta:

1. 2 mins. before pasta is cooked, warm pesto on low heat.
2. As soon as pasta is done, toss it into the pesto along with 1/4 cup water.  Mix. 
3. Turn the heat upto high and cook for 2 mins.
4. Turn off stove and serve Farfalle in Quick & Easy 5 Min. Walnut-Arugula Pesto

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• Category: Lunch
• Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 404
• Sugar: 1.3
• Sodium: 95
• Fat: 33.7
• Saturated Fat: 4.4
• Carbohydrates: 23.2
• Fiber: 1.8
• Protein: 6.9
• Cholesterol: 2

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Eating With Your Eyes:

Quick & Easy Pesto Recipes:

1. 100 percent vegan and nutfree–Zucchini & Edamame Pesto With Roasted Sunflower Seeds. See https://veggiemashups.com/zucchini-edamame-pesto/
2. Creamy & decadent–Asparagus & Pistachio Pesto is Paired With a Creamy Fondue. See https://veggiemashups.com/creamy-pesto-sauce/
3. Classic flavors of tomato, basil and olive oil. See https://veggiemashups.com/tomato-basil-pesto/
4. Healthy with little or no oil–Classic flavors of tomato & basil are paired with olives, instead of olive oil. See https://veggiemashups.com/olives-tomato-pesto/

Evergreen Arugula Recipes:

1. A yummy and nutritious Arugula-Tofu Curry. See https://veggiemashups.com/arugula-curry/
2. A delicious Arugula Salad from one of my favorite food network stars, Tyler Florence. See https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/arugula-salad-with-olive-oil-lemon-and-parmesan-cheese-recipe-1943201