This arugula and walnut pesto is a more nutritious alternative to the classic Genoese pesto. The arugula provides a very characteristic bitter and spicy touch, while the walnuts replace the pine nuts, adding omega-3 fatty acids and vegetable compounds. Ready in the time it takes for the pasta to cook.
Mediterranean
Whole wheat spaghetti with arugula and walnut pesto
Whole wheat spaghetti with arugula and walnut pesto, dairy-free. Quick, nutritious pasta, rich in healthy fats and vegetable compounds.
- Spain
- Main course
- High fiber
- Low sugar
- easy
- lactosa
10 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 480 kcal
- Protein 15 g
- Fiber 8 g
- Carbohydrates 60 g
- Fat 20 g
- Sodium 180 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Whole wheat spaghetti with arugula and walnut pesto is a preparation from Spain with easy difficulty. Reserve about 22 minutes in total (10 for mise en place and preparation, 12 for cooking). Follow the 5 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 360 g of whole wheat spaghetti.
- Have ready: 80 g of fresh arugula.
- Have ready: 60 g of walnuts.
- Have ready: 2 cloves of garlic.
- Have ready: 80 ml of extra virgin olive oil.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Cook pasta al dente according to package; save 100 ml of the water…
Cook pasta al dente according to package; save 100 ml of the cooking water. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Blend the arugula in a blender
Blend the arugula, walnuts, garlic, lemon, salt and oil in a blender until you obtain the pesto. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result. Watch the exact point indicated; An extra minute can alter the result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
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Drain the pasta and mix with the pesto; add cooking water if…
Drain the pasta and mix with the pesto; Add cooking water if it needs to loosen. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Adjust salt and pepper; Serve immediately with parmesan or…
Adjust salt and pepper; serve immediately with parmesan or nutritional yeast. Serve on a preheated plate or platter if the dish must maintain temperature.
Serve on a preheated plate or platter if the dish must maintain temperature.
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Option: add sautéed cherry tomatoes or smoked salmon on top
Option: add sautéed cherry tomatoes or smoked salmon on top. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Chef's tips
- Try the pasta a minute before the indicated time: it should be al dente, firm to the bite.
- Draining the ingredients well prevents the dish from becoming watery or greasy.
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