Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi
Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi pairs tender linguine with a fragrant blend of toasted pistachios, pine nuts, and basil, finished with juicy cherry tomatoes and Parmigiano-Reggiano. The sauce is nutty and herb-forward with gentle heat, glossed with starchy pasta water so it clings to every strand—ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner that still feels special.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 33 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 38 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 58
- Heart Health
- 80
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Set a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add the pistachios and pine nuts. Cook, stirring often, until lightly browned and very fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Move them to a food processor.
- 2
Place the garlic in the skillet and cook, turning now and then, until softened and browned in spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
- 3
Peel the cooled garlic and add it to the food processor with the basil, then process. With the blade running, slowly drizzle the oil through the chute. When combined, scrape into a large bowl. Stir in the salt, black pepper, and red pepper.
- 4
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine at a boil until tender yet still slightly firm, about 11 minutes. Reserve about 3/4 cup of the pasta water. Drain the rest and shake the colander well once or twice.
- 5
Add the pasta and tomatoes to the pesto. Mix well and drizzle in enough of the reserved pasta water so the nutty pesto coats the pasta. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
- Calories 729.43 kcal High 36%
- Protein 20.64 g Good Source 41%
- Carbohydrate 78.82 g 29%
- Total Fat 39.7 g High 51%
- Saturated Fat 5.77 g High 29%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 7.49 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 210.47 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 8.4 g Good Source 30%
- Total Sugars 5.94 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 205.89 mg Moderate 16%
- Iron 5.46 mg Good Source 30%
- Potassium 268.05 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 119.64 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 16.16 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cherry Tomato, Coarse Sea Salt, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 729.43 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cherry Tomato, Coarse Sea Salt, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Basil. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 729.43 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi healthy?
- Lynne's Linguine con Pesto di Pistacchi has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 729.43 calories and 20.64 g of protein, or 41% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 210.47 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.77 g (29% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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