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Basil Microgreens Pesto Pasta (15-Minute Vegetarian Dinner)

Basil Microgreens Pesto Pasta (15-Minute Vegetarian Dinner)

15 min

· Serves 2

· Updated March 17, 2026

ChefPax Microgreens test kitchen — grown and curated in Manor, TX
Vibrant no-cook basil microgreens pesto blended in seconds and tossed with al dente pasta and toasted pine nuts.
dinner
pasta
vegetarian
quick
italian
Available Saturdays at SFC Farmers Market

South First location, 9AM–1PM. See market details →

Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or linguine)

  • 2 cups basil microgreens, packed

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

  • 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated

  • 1 clove garlic

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 lemon, juiced

  • Salt & pepper

Instructions

  • 1

    Cook pasta per package directions; reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.

  • 2

    Blend microgreens, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

  • 3

    Drain pasta and toss with pesto, adding pasta water as needed to loosen.

  • 4

    Serve topped with extra Parmesan and toasted pine nuts.

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