Pistachio pesto pasta: The perfect quick gourmet dish

Pistachio pesto, pasta, and creamy, melting burrata are a combination that even an Italian wouldn't be ashamed of. It can be confidently served in a restaurant, which doesn't mean it's difficult to prepare. It works great for a delicious and light lunch, a romantic dinner, or a surprising treat for family and friends. However, be warned - everyone will ask for seconds.

Before you start wondering if and where you can buy pistachio pesto, let me reveal that you can easily prepare it yourself at home. It resembles classic basil pesto but instead of pine nuts, you add salted pistachios. The process is really simple - just blend the ingredients well. Pistachio pesto works not only as an addition to pasta but also as a sandwich spread, an addition to salads, casseroles, or a delicious dip.

This is the perfect recipe for those on the go, as preparing it is simple and quick. Pistachio pesto will win over all nut lovers. It can't go without burrata. However, it looks like mozzarella at first glance. When you cut it open, its semi-liquid, creamy interior is revealed. This lunch deserves a gold medal.

Ingredients:

Pistachio Pesto:

        
• 2.5 oz salted pistachios
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 oz grated Parmesan
• juice of 1 lime
• 5 oz olive oil

Other Ingredients:

  
• 13 oz spaghetti
• about 1 cup of pasta cooking water

Additions:

  
• 1 burrata
• crushed pistachios

Method of preparation:

Step 1. Grind the pistachios into a fine paste. Add the grated Parmesan, peeled garlic, fresh basil leaves, lime juice, and olive oil. Blend everything into a smooth pesto.

Step 2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Spaghetti or tagliatelle work best here. Do not pour out the cooking water.

Step 3. Transfer the cooked pasta to a large pan. Add the water and the prepared pesto. Heat everything, stirring the pan's contents.

Step 4. Transfer the prepared pasta to a plate. Add the burrata and garnish the dish with chopped pistachios. Enjoy your meal!