Rocket and macadamia pesto pasta

Serves: 6
Prep: 5
Cook: 10

A simple, nutritious and delicious recipe that will quickly become a family favourite.

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup macadamia nuts, toasted
  • 100g baby rocket leaves
  • 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbs lemon juice
  • ¼ cup salt-reduced vegetable stock
  • 2 tbs lemon rind
  • 400g dried wholemeal penne pasta

Method

  1. Step 1

    To make pesto, place garlic and macadamia nuts in a food processor. Process until finely chopped. Add rocket, oil, lemon juice and stock. Process until almost smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Cook the penne according to packet directions. Drain penne reserving 2 tbs cooking water.

  3. Step 3

    Return hot penne and water to the pan. Add pesto and lemon rind and toss over low heat until well combined. Spoon into bowls and serve with rocket leaves.

Tips

  • To make this pasta gluten free, simple use gluten-free penne pasta.
Remember to always check the label of each ingredient to ensure it is gluten free.

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