CALIFORNIA
PISTACHIOS
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Pistachio Pesto Pasta
Cook Time
MINS
Total Time
MINS
Calories*
*per serving
Serves
Easy, Quick, Weekday, Spring, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pistachios, Italian, Asparagus, Gremolata, Side Dish, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
150g Setton Farms Salt & Pepper Seasoned Pistachio Kernels
40g parmesan cheese, grated
5-6 tbsp. EVOO
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
Pasta water
Pinch of salt + pepper
Method
1. Combine the pistachios, parmesan, basil, and garlic together in a food processor and pulse to form a paste.
2. Slowly add in the EVOO until smooth.
3. Prepare your pasta of choice al dente.
4. Drain pasta (but save some water!)
5. Season pesto with salt + pepper and transfer to pan with the cooked pasta.
6. Add some cooking water for additional creaminess.
7. Sprinkle parmesan on top and plate.
Nutrition
Dietry Needs
Vegetarian
Heart Healthy
Gluten Free
Vegan
Quick Tip
In this recipe
Seasoned No Shell
SALT & PEPPER
These two classic spices go together hand-in-hand. Picked fresh from our family’s California orchards, shelled, then lightly sprinkled with the perfect amount of sea salt and cracked red and black pepper, these all-natural, premium pistachios take snacking to the next level.
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