Red Pesto Pasta Recipe

Introduction

Ingredients

• 1 pound of pasta
• 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/2 cup of roasted red peppers
• 1/2 cup of chopped basil
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup of olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Start by boiling a pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the red pesto sauce. In a food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, garlic, and basil. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Slowly add the olive oil to the food processor and pulse until the sauce is well blended.
4. Once the pasta is done cooking, drain it and add it back to the pot.
5. Add the red pesto sauce to the pot with the pasta and stir well to combine.
6. Finally, add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste, and stir again.
7. Plate and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 16g
• Fat: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 65g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 400mg

Notes and Variations

• If you want to make this recipe vegetarian, simply skip the Parmesan cheese or use a vegan alternative.
• You can also add some protein to this dish by adding chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
• If you like your pasta a little spicier, try adding some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• If you're short on time, you can use store-bought red pesto sauce instead of making your own.
• If you're not a fan of sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers, you can swap them out for other ingredients like cherry tomatoes, spinach, or artichoke hearts.

Conclusion