Learn to make Pasta with Pesto and Calamari, a flavorful Italian dish.

Pasta con pesto e calamari

Pasta with Pesto and Calamari is a delightful Italian recipe that combines the intense aroma of basil with the delicate flavor of calamari. The creamy pesto coats the spaghetti perfectly, while the calamari, quickly sautéed and deglazed with white wine, completes the sauce. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for a summer lunch or a seafood dinner, bringing a fresh and aromatic twist to the classic pasta with calamari.

Other Calamari Pasta Recipes to Try

• Calamarata
• Risotto with Calamari
• Tagliatelle with Calamari and Cherry Tomatoes
• Mint, Peas, and Calamari Risotto
• Pasta with Lettuce Pesto and Calamari

Ingredients

• 320g Spaghetti
• 300g Calamari, cleaned
• 100g Basil Pesto
• 30ml White Wine
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• Salt to taste
• Black Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the calamari and sauté for a few minutes.
3. Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it evaporate.
4. Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the calamari. Stir in the basil pesto and mix well.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Total Time: 30 min

Cuisine: Italian