Try Linguine with Lettuce Pesto for a light and delicious Italian meal.

Linguine al pesto di lattuga

Linguine with Lettuce Pesto is a delightful twist on the classic Genoese pesto, offering a light, flavorful, and creamy pasta dish. This Italian recipe is perfect for a family meal or to impress your guests. With a combination of lettuce, almonds, Parmigiano Reggiano, and sun-dried tomatoes, it creates a balanced sauce that coats the pasta without weighing it down. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy and quick option for any pasta lover.

Ingredients

• 350g linguine
• 150g lettuce
• 60g almonds
• 50g Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
• 6 sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 garlic clove
• 60ml extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Begin by boiling a pot of salted water and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
2. In a blender, combine the lettuce, almonds, Parmigiano Reggiano, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
3. Gradually add the olive oil to the mixture while blending, until you achieve a creamy consistency.
4. Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve some pasta water and drain the rest.
6. Mix the linguine with the pesto, adding reserved pasta water if needed to reach the desired sauce consistency.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmigiano Reggiano and almonds if desired.

Total Time

Preparation: 10 minutes, Cooking: 15 minutes

Cuisine

Italian

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