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Basil Pesto Stelline {Gluten-free, Nut-free}


  • Author: Unbound Wellness
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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For the pesto 

  • 1/3 cup parsley
  • 1 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove of garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

 

For the stelline

  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cup gluten-free stelline pasta
  • Fresh cracked pepper
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • Fresh basil and grated pecorino cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. To make the pesto, combine all of the ingredients in a high speed blender and blend until smooth. Season futher to taste & set aside.  
  2. Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a boil. Add the stelline, stir well, and reduce to a low simmer. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring often. The pasta should be soft and the broth should absorb.
  3. Turn off the heat and remove the lid from the pot. Stir in the pesto and stir until fully incorporated and the pasta is coated.
  4. Serve topped with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh pepper, and cheese if desired. 

Notes

All nutritional information are estimations and will vary. Estimations do not include optional ingredients.

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 327
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 28.3g
  • Fiber: 1.6g
  • Protein: 6.2g