Pumpkin Seed Pesto Pasta Recipe
Noodles, marinated mushroom medley, pumpkin seed basil pesto, arugula, Naked’s cotija cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinated Mushroom Medley
Pumpkin Seed Basil Pesto
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Marinated Mushroom Medley Preparation
- 2
Marinate the Mushrooms
In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed mushrooms, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Pumpkin Seed Basil Pesto Preparation
- 3
Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine pumpkin seeds, basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding more olive oil if necessary to reach desired consistency.
Final Assembly
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinated mushroom medley, and pumpkin seed basil pesto. Toss until everything is well coated.
- 5
Serve
Serve the pasta topped with fresh arugula and crumbled cotija cheese. Enjoy!
