Angel Hair with Walnut
& Arugula Pesto
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
1 cup packed arugula
1/2 cup toasted walnuts
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 clove garlic
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 pkg (210 g each) NuPasta Angel Hair, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
Instructions:
1. In food processor, combine arugula, walnuts, lemon juice and
zest, garlic, salt and pepper; pulse very finely chopped. With
motor running, drizzle in olive oil; process until smooth.
2. In dry skillet set over medium heat, cook angel hair for 2 to 3
minutes or until warmed through.
3. Toss angel hair with pesto until well coated. Serve with dollop of
ricotta.
Tips:
• For a vegan dish, omit ricotta or substitute a plant-based cheese.
• Toss pesto with any NuPasta shape or roasted vegetables – or use as dip if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Per 1/2 recipe
Calories 450
Fat 42g
Saturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 30mg
Sodium 930mg
Carbohydrate 13g
Fibre 8g
Sugars 1g
Protein 13g
