Pasta with Garlic-Scape Pesto

Health score
21%
Pasta with Garlic-Scape Pesto
45 min.
6
481kcal

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Imagine a delightful dish that is not only bursting with flavor but also showcases the vibrant, earthy taste of fresh garlic scapes. This Pasta with Garlic-Scape Pesto is a perfect way to elevate your culinary repertoire while impressing family and friends. With the enticing combination of creamy Parmigiano-Reggiano and crunchy unsalted pistachios, this recipe brings a unique twist to traditional pesto and will leave your taste buds dancing.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that serves six people—ideal for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish to accompany your favorite protein. The al dente spaghetti beautifully absorbs the rich and aromatic pesto, making each bite a sensational experience. And the best part? You can prepare the pesto ahead of time, as it keeps well in the fridge for up to a week or can be frozen for future cravings.

Perfect for any occasion, this Pasta with Garlic-Scape Pesto not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body, boasting a well-balanced caloric breakdown packed with healthy fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. So gather your ingredients, fire up your food processor, and prepare to savor the delicious flavors of this exquisite dish. Bon appétit!

Ingredients

  • 10 large garlic-scapes 
  • servings salt and pepper black
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup parmesan finely grated
  • pound pasta like spaghetti 
  • 0.3 cup pistachios unsalted

Equipment

  • food processor
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Make the pesto: Puree the garlic scapes, pistachios, Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor until very finely chopped. With the motor running, slowly pour the oil through the opening. Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste. (The pesto keeps in the fridge, covered, for 1 week or frozen for a month.)
  2. In a large pot of heavily salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta-cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  3. Whisk together 2/3 cup of the pesto and the reserved pasta water and toss with the pasta. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts

Calories481kcal
Protein12.21%
Fat33.22%
Carbs54.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.5
Glycemic Load
22.74
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
12.277391239353%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:481.25kcal
24.06%
Fat:17.87g
27.5%
Saturated Fat:3.16g
19.77%
Carbohydrates:66.06g
22.02%
Net Carbohydrates:62.44g
22.71%
Sugar:2.76g
3.06%
Cholesterol:3.78mg
1.26%
Sodium:291.81mg
12.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.78g
29.56%
Selenium:49.71µg
71.02%
Manganese:0.78mg
38.99%
Phosphorus:213.49mg
21.35%
Copper:0.31mg
15.43%
Fiber:3.62g
14.49%
Vitamin E:1.97mg
13.14%
Calcium:130.87mg
13.09%
Magnesium:49.97mg
12.49%
Iron:1.76mg
9.79%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.45%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.19%
Vitamin C:7.3mg
8.85%
Vitamin K:8.3µg
7.9%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.85%
Vitamin B3:1.39mg
6.97%
Potassium:242.87mg
6.94%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.69%
Folate:17.48µg
4.37%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.86%
Vitamin A:61.09IU
1.22%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious