Tallarines Verdes recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Tallarines Verdes Recipe

Inspired by Viva
Time30m
Serves4

Spaghetti with the Peruvian version of pesto, made with spinach and basil. Wonderfully offered with a Pepper Steak and Browned Potato.

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Ingredients

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Tallarines Verdes

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

    In a large pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and then the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Pesto Sauce

    In a blender or food processor, combine the spinach, basil, walnuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until smooth, adding a little water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Combine and Serve

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the pesto sauce. Toss until the spaghetti is well coated. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra parmesan cheese and black pepper.

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