Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Whole Wheat Fettuccine with Arugula Pesto. This gourmet pasta dish combines the wholesome goodness of whole wheat fettuccine with a vibrant arugula pesto, creating a symphony of earthy, nutty, and peppery notes. The pesto, made from fresh arugula, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, adds a layer of complexity to the dish, while the whole wheat fettuccine provides a satisfying texture.
Accompanying this main course is a selection of equally enticing recipes. For a refreshing appetizer, try our Arugula and Goat Cheese Salad, where peppery arugula meets creamy goat cheese in a delightful combination. Our Roasted Vegetable Skewers offer a colorful and flavorful side dish, featuring an array of grilled vegetables drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, indulge in our decadent Chocolate Avocado Mousse, a rich and velvety dessert that strikes a perfect balance between indulgence and health.
WHOLE-WHEAT SPAGHETTI WITH MEYER LEMON, ARUGULA, AND PISTACHIOS
More sassy than saucy, these tangles of whole-wheat pasta and spicy arugula are studded with crushed toasted pistachios, the sweet zest of a Meyer lemon, and pungent shallots. Use a fragrant extra-virgin olive oil for the nut "pesto" and for tossing.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spread pistachios on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until fragrant, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool completely.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, pulse pistachios and shallot in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl. Without cleaning processor bowl, finely chop lemon. Add to pistachios and shallot; stir to combine. Stir in 2 tablespoons oil.
- Add pasta to boiling water; cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Toss pasta with pistachio mixture until coated. Add reserved cooking water; stir until sauce coats pasta. Stir in arugula, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining tablespoon oil; season with pepper. Divide among 4 serving plates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 152 g
WHOLE WHEAT FUSILLI WITH KALE AND WALNUT PESTO PASTA
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup pasta water.
- Roughly chop some of the walnuts and set aside. Pulse the remaining walnuts and garlic together in a food processor, then add the arugula, kale, basil, cheese, lemon juice, sea salt and pepper and pulse to puree. With the motor running, slowly add the oil and process until smooth. The pesto can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Add the pesto to a large bowl. Add the hot pasta and toss to coat, adding a splash of pasta water to thin, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with more cheese, a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts.
ARUGULA PESTO
To most people, pesto means one thing: pesto Genovese, the famous and fabulous basil paste from the Italian Riviera. But there are sauces made with copious amounts of other herbs or greens not destined for pasta. They aren't called pestos, yet that's what they are - all made by grinding herbs and other ingredients to a paste, then thinning out and enriching with oil. This dish is inspired by one found in southern Italy. This sauce, like other forms of pesto, is all pungent with garlic. In addition to serving this vibrant pesto with pasta, it can be used with grains - risottos made with rice, barley, or wheat - and as a topping for tomatoes. It's great on its own, spooned onto a thick slice of country bread. Don't use a sharp olive oil with this, or it will overwhelm the arugula.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, condiments
Time 10m
Yield Makes about 2/3 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Turn on a food processor fitted with the steel blade, and drop in the garlic cloves. When they are chopped and adhering to the sides, stop the machine, scrape down the sides of the bowl and add the walnuts. Turn on the machine, and process until they are finely ground. Scrape down the bowl again, and add the arugula and the salt. Pulse until the arugula is finely chopped, then turn on the machine and run while you slowly drizzle in the olive oil. When the mixture is smooth, stop the machine, scrape down the sides and process for another 30 seconds or so. Scrape out into the bowl of a mortar and pestle. Grind the mixture with the pestle for a smoother texture. Work in the cheese and combine well.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 851, UnsaturatedFat 67 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 86 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 511 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
FUSILLI WITH ARUGULA PESTO AND CRISPY PANCETTA
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare an ice water bath. Stir the arugula into the boiling water and cook until it is bright green and tender, about 15 seconds. Remove the arugula directly to the ice bath and let cool completely, then drain, gently squeeze out the excess water and set aside. Do the same for the basil. Once the arugula and basil are blanched, cook the pasta in the boiling water until al dente.
- Meanwhile, make the pesto. Add the arugula and basil to a food processor and blend until mostly pureed, about 30 seconds. Add oil, pine nuts, garlic and salt and pepper and puree for another 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add the cheese and pulse, drizzling more oil as desired, until combined but not fully pureed, another 30 seconds. (See Cook's Note.)
- Place the pesto and butter in a large bowl and add drained pasta to the bowl, reserving some pasta water to thin the sauce as desired. Mix the pesto and pasta, season to taste and crumble the slices of crispy pancetta on top. Serve with extra grated Pecorino and a drizzle of olive oil.
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta. Whole wheat fettuccine is a great choice for this recipe, as it is hearty and has a nutty flavor. You can also use other types of pasta, such as penne or spaghetti.
- Make sure your pesto is fresh. Arugula pesto is best when made with fresh arugula. If you can't find fresh arugula, you can use baby spinach instead.
- Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and not as flavorful.
- Toss the pasta with the pesto immediately after it is cooked. This will help the pesto to coat the pasta evenly.
- Garnish the pasta with additional arugula and Parmesan cheese before serving. This will add extra flavor and color to the dish.
Conclusion:
Whole wheat fettuccine with arugula pesto is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of whole wheat pasta, fresh arugula pesto, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love