Pistachio-Citrus Pesto With Green Beans & Gemelli Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a food processor, combine pistachios, garlic, lemon zest, and olive oil until smooth.
• STEP 2.Cook the gemelli pasta according to package instructions, adding the green beans in the last few minutes of cooking.
• STEP 3.Drain the pasta and green beans, reserving some of the cooking water.
• STEP 4.Toss the pasta and green beans with the pistachio-citrus pesto, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen the sauce if needed.
• STEP 5.Serve the pasta dish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Cooking Tips

• To blanch the green beans, cook them in boiling water for a few minutes, then transfer them to ice water to stop the cooking process.
• You can substitute other types of pasta like penne or fusilli if gemelli is not available.
• For a creamier pesto, add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, gently warm it in a pan with a splash of water or olive oil.
• Serve the pistachio-citrus pesto pasta as a main dish or as a side with grilled chicken or fish.