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Trofie Pasta | Pistachio Pesto & Burrata

Indulge in this delicious Liguria dish of Trofie Pasta, Pistachio Pesto & Creamy Burrata. A 30-min meal for 4, bursting with flavor!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g trofie pasta
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios + extra for garnishing
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 balls of burrata cheese

Instructions
 

  • Cook trofie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • In a food processor, combine pistachios, garlic, basil, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped.
  • With the processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth pesto.
  • Toss the cooked trofie pasta with the pistachio pesto until well coated.
  • Divide the pasta among serving plates and top each portion with a generous dollop of burrata cheese.
  • Garnish with additional basil leaves and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional Facts: 
  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650 kcal
  • Total Fat: 45g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
Keyword burrata, pasta, pesto, pistachio