15-Minutes Wild Garlic Pasta

04/21/2023

15 Minutes

easy

3

You wouldn’t believe that you can have this Wild Garlic Pasta ready in 15 minutes!

This recipe is a delicious combination of fresh homemade pasta and homemade wild garlic pesto. It brings out the unique, slightly spicy flavor of wild garlic, creating a memorable and satisfying dish that’s perfect for both weekday dinners and special occasions.

Made with just a few simple, high-quality ingredients, this wild garlic pasta recipe celebrates the seasonal harvest of wild garlic. Homemade wild garlic pesto boasts a harmonious blend of wild garlic leaves, nuts, parmesan cheese, olive oil and lemon juice, resulting in a beautifully balanced, flavourful sauce that sticks effortlessly to fresh pasta.

This pasta with wild garlic is not only a visual and culinary delight, but also has plenty of nutritional value. Wild garlic is known for its antioxidant, antibacterial and heart-healthy properties, so you can indulge in this recipe time and time again without guilt.

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Ingredients:

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	225 grams fresh pasta
	4 garlic cloves
	100 grams wild garlic
	100 ml olive oil
	75 grams parmesan cheese
	3 tablespoons pine nuts
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon lemon juice

To Finish

	fresh mozarella
	parmesan cheese

Nutritional Information

620 Calories

41 g Fat

20 g Protein

47 g Carbs

2 g Sugars

Directions

1.

Start with Pesto

Start by making a wild garlic pesto that will elevate your pasta to new heights. In a food processor, mix freshly picked wild garlic leaves, pine nuts, crushed garlic cloves and grated Parmesan cheese. While blending, slowly add olive oil and 1 tbsp lemon juice to create a smooth, vibrant pesto that captures the essence of wild garlic in every spoonful.

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2.

Cook the Pasta

Cook your favorite uncooked pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, following the package directions for al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water to help create a silky sauce. Return the pasta to the pot and generously spoon in the homemade wild garlic pesto, tossing to coat each strand evenly. If needed, add a splash of pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

Serve your Wild Garlic Pasta in warm bowls, garnished with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, a drizzle of olive oil for an extra touch of indulgence, and fresh mozarella.

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Notes

If you can't find wild garlic, you can use regular garlic and fresh basil leaves to make a traditional pesto. You can also experiment with other leafy greens such as spinach, arugula or even kale to create a unique variation on the classic pesto.

This wild garlic pesto pairs well with various pasta types, from spaghetti and fettuccine to fusilli and penne. Choose a pasta that best suits your preference.

If you have leftover wild garlic pesto, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze the pesto in small portions for future use. To maintain its bright green color, pour a thin layer of olive oil on top of the pesto before storing.

Pine nuts can be quite pricey, so feel free to substitute them with other nuts like almonds, walnuts, or cashews. Make sure to toast the nuts lightly before using them to release their natural oils and enhance their flavor.

15-Minutes Wild Garlic Pasta

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