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One Pot Pesto Pasta Recipe

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Quick and easy pesto pasta recipe, made with simple ingredients in one pot on stovetop. This 30 minute meal is packed with peso sauce, basil and tomatoes. 
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword easy pasta recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 652
Author Abeer

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Angel hair pasta
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Garlic Finely minced
  • 3/4-1 cup Pesto sauce
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Seeds removed and cut into 1 inch pieces OR cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese Adjust based on your preference
  • 5 Basil leaves Fresh, Roughly chopped, For garnish

Instructions

  • Boil pasta in salted water, according to box instructions and keep aside. 
  • In the same nonstick pot, heat oil over medium high heat and saute garlic until golden brown. Do not burn it! 
  • Add pesto sauce, salt, pepper and mix. 
  • Add boiled pasta, tomatoes and mix everything together until fully coated. 
  • Mix in some mozzarella cheese.
  • Garnish with basil leaves and enjoy. 

Notes

  • Read all my tips above.
  • Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 652kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 351mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1340IU | Vitamin C: 5.3mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 1.9mg