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

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:

1/2 cup olives
120g
2 garlic cloves
6g
1/2 bunch fresh parsley
27g
1/3 cup spearmint
30g
1/3 cup olive oil
80g
12 oz pasta
340g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Pit and roughly chop the olives if not pre-pitted.
- Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves.
- Roughly chop the parsley and spearmint leaves.
2. Cook the Spaghetti:
- 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.
3. Make the Pesto:
- 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.
4. Combine and Serve:
- 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.
5. Serving:
- Divide the pesto spaghetti into serving bowls.
- Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or mint leaves for a fresh touch.
6. Enjoy:
- 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 Size150 grams
Energy
Calories 350kcal18%
Protein
Protein 12g8%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 63g19%
Fiber 3.45g9%
Sugar 2.34g2%
Fat
Fat 24g29%
Saturated 3.67g12%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 33ug4%
Choline 18mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.77mg64%
Vitamin B2 0.35mg27%
Vitamin B3 6mg39%
Vitamin B6 0.15mg9%
Vitamin B9 210ug53%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 10mg11%
Vitamin E 0.62mg4%
Vitamin K 110ug94%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 54mg4%
Copper, Cu 0.33mg37%
Iron, Fe 5mg46%
Magnesium, Mg 50mg12%
Phosphorus, P 170mg13%
Potassium, K 270mg8%
Selenium, Se 55ug98%
Sodium, Na 220mg15%
Zinc, Zn 1.35mg12%
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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