LEMON PESTO SPAGHETTI from Procida, a typical Neapolitan recipe, a light, easy and quick main course, ideal for lunch or dinner to prepare in a few minutes with the lemons from the island of Procida, which are practically a 5-minute boat ride from my home.
A pasta dish with an intense and incredible flavor of lemons, the pesto is prepared in just a few minutes, creamy and tasty as I like it, the lemon pesto spaghetti are ideal for a quick lunch or a summer dinner with friends.
Delicious lemon pesto spaghetti from Procida, a typical recipe with lemons from the island or Amalfi lemons, I am lucky to have a tree in my garden, they are very fragrant and the dish will surely please you. The recipe for lemon pesto spaghetti is delicious, if you love lemon-scented dishes, typically summer, you have to try it.
Follow me in the kitchen today there are lemon pesto spaghetti from Procida!
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 2 servings
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 7 oz spaghetti
- 3 tbsp pine nuts (or walnuts)
- 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano DOP
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 bunch basil
- 1 bunch parsley
- 2 lemons
- 1 clove garlic
Tools
- Blender Kenwood Triblade
Preparation
Wash the basil and parsley well and place them in a tall container or mixer, add the garlic.
Pour in the oil and cheese, start blending, I used a hand blender.
Add the pine nuts or walnuts and lemon juice, if you prefer you can add a grating of lemon zest.
The pesto should not be too thick, so just add a little lemon juice if it is to make it creamier.
Boil water for the pasta, cook it until al dente, and save some cooking water.
Pour the spaghetti into the pot where you cooked them, add the water and pesto, mix carefully and plate.
Bon appétit
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LEMON PESTO SPAGHETTI Procida Recipe
Lemon Pesto Spaghetti from Procida, a typical recipe, a light and quick main dish for lunch or dinner to prepare in a few minutes. For the pesto, pine nuts are normally used, but I used walnuts, almonds are also perfect.
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LEMON PESTO SPAGHETTI Procida Recipe
What can lemon pesto spaghetti be paired with?
Lemon pesto spaghetti pairs well with fish dishes like shrimp or calamari, grilled vegetables, and fresh salads. They can be accompanied by a glass of fresh and fruity white wine, which will perfectly complement the citrus flavors of the dish.
Is it a vegetarian-friendly dish?
Yes, lemon pesto spaghetti is generally suitable for vegetarians, as long as you use plant-based cheese or omit the cheese for a vegan version. It is always advisable to check the specific ingredients used in the preparation of the pesto to ensure they meet dietary preferences.
