Description
12 oz rigatoni pasta
2 cups fresh arugula
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Extra pine nuts and fresh arugula, for garnish
Directions:
Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta cooking water.
In a food processor, combine arugula, toasted pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until
smooth, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
Toss the cooked pasta with the arugula pesto until fully coated.
Serve the pasta with additional Parmesan, pine nuts, and fresh arugula for garnish.
Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful dish!
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 400 per serving Servings: 4 servings
