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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 vegetable stock, salt-reduced
    • 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.

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