Spaghetti with olive and mint pesto
Discover a fresh and flavorful twist on a classic with our Spaghetti with Olive and Mint Pesto recipe. Featuring briny olives, aromatic garlic, vibrant parsley, and refreshing spearmint, all blended with rich olive oil to create a pesto that perfectly complements tender spaghetti. Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious!
- 07 Mar 2025
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Spaghetti with olive and mint pesto is a delightful twist on the classic pasta dish. Combining the rich flavors of olives and fresh mint, this recipe is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a quick weekday dinner or a special occasion, this dish is both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Pit and roughly chop the olives if not pre-pitted.
- Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves.
- Roughly chop the parsley and spearmint leaves.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve about a cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.
- In a food processor or blender, add the olives, garlic, parsley, and spearmint leaves.
- Pulse a few times to roughly chop the ingredients.
- Add the olive oil and blend until the mixture forms a smooth, thick pesto. If needed, add a bit of the reserved pasta cooking water to achieve desired consistency.
- In a large mixing bowl or the same pot used to cook the pasta, toss the drained spaghetti with the olive and mint pesto. Add some of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, if the mixture seems too dry.
- Continue to toss until the spaghetti is well-coated with the pesto.
- Divide the pesto spaghetti into serving bowls.
- Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or mint leaves for a fresh touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful spaghetti with olive and mint pesto!
Tips:
- For a more robust flavor, use a mix of black and green olives.
- Toast the garlic lightly before adding it to the pesto for a milder taste.
- Reserve a small amount of pasta water to adjust the pesto consistency if needed.
- Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
- Garnish with extra parsley and mint leaves for a fresh and vibrant presentation.
With its unique combination of olives and mint, this spaghetti dish offers a refreshing take on traditional pesto pasta. It's a simple yet flavorful recipe that can be whipped up in no time, making it perfect for any occasion. Follow the provided tips to elevate the dish, and enjoy a delicious meal that's sure to impress.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 150 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 350kcal | 18% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 12g | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 63g | 19% |
| Fiber 3.45g | 9% |
| Sugar 2.34g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 24g | 29% |
| Saturated 3.67g | 12% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 33ug | 4% |
| Choline 18mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 0.77mg | 64% |
| Vitamin B2 0.35mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 6mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B6 0.15mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B9 210ug | 53% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E 0.62mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 110ug | 94% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 54mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.33mg | 37% |
| Iron, Fe 5mg | 46% |
| Magnesium, Mg 50mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus, P 170mg | 13% |
| Potassium, K 270mg | 8% |
| Selenium, Se 55ug | 98% |
| Sodium, Na 220mg | 15% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.35mg | 12% |
| Water | |
| Water 40g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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