Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci)
Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci) coats fettuccine with a velvety, nut-forward richness balanced by Pecorino Romano and fresh herbs. The garlic and olive oil bring warmth while a splash of cream softens the walnuts into a smooth, aromatic sauce. Serve this comforting Ligurian-inspired pasta for a cozy dinner or an elegant yet relaxed weekend meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 27 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 39 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 41
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 67
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the walnuts and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Combine the garlic and a pinch of sea salt in a mortar and pestle. Grind into a thick paste. Add the walnuts, marjoram, thyme, and oregano, and grind until combined and slightly creamy, yet still coarse.
- 3
Transfer the walnut mixture to a large bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to form a thick emulsion. Add the heavy cream and Pecorino Romano cheese and whisk until combined. Season with black pepper and sea salt to taste.
- 4
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Stir in the fettuccine, return to a boil, and cook the pasta over medium heat until cooked through but still slightly firm, about 8 minutes. Drain.
- 5
Toss the walnut sauce with the pasta. Garnish with fresh chives.
- Calories 1425.4 kcal High 71%
- Protein 43.81 g Good Source 88%
- Carbohydrate 110.16 g 40%
- Total Fat 93.6 g High 120%
- Saturated Fat 24.38 g High 122%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 83.84 mg High 28%
- Sodium 717.2 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 12.22 g Good Source 44%
- Total Sugars 10.27 g --
- Added Sugars 7.46 g Moderate 15%
- Calcium 747.36 mg Good Source 57%
- Iron 6.13 mg Good Source 34%
- Potassium 570.69 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 167.11 mcg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin C 13.6 mg Moderate 15%
- 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
About This Recipe
Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci) is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fettuccine Pasta, and Fresh Chives. Each serving provides about 1425.4 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fettuccine Pasta, Fresh Chives, Fresh Oregano. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci)?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1425.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci) healthy?
- Walnut Cream Sauce (Salsa di Noci) has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 1425.4 calories and 43.81 g of protein, or 88% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 717.2 mg (31% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 24.38 g (122% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 7.46 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, 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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