Walnut Pesto Pasta

Nutrition per serving (estimate)

Why we like it

Walnuts make a creamy, slightly earthy pesto that costs less than pine nuts, and parmesan and garlic give it depth. Walnuts contain omega-3 fats, and whole-grain pasta adds fiber. Ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

• 80g whole grain pasta
• 40g walnuts
• 30g parmesan
• Large handful fresh basil
• 1 garlic clove
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• Cherry tomatoes to serve
• Extra parmesan to finish

Method

1. Cook pasta in well-salted water until al dente.
2. Toast walnuts in a dry pan 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Allow to cool.
3. Blend walnuts, basil, garlic, parmesan and 2 tbsp olive oil until a rough paste.
4. Add final tbsp olive oil while blending. Season generously.
5. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
6. Toss hot pasta with pesto. Add pasta water to loosen if needed.
7. Serve topped with halved cherry tomatoes and extra parmesan.