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Pasta with Courgette Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: A Refreshingly Sicilian Starter
Master the art of making pasta tossed in a vibrant courgette pesto with sun-dried tomatoes—an easy, speedy dish bursting with those classic Mediterranean flavours.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 320g short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- ✓ 1 medium courgette
- ✓ 10 fresh basil leaves
- ✓ 40g pine nuts
- ✓ 40g grated Sicilian Pecorino DOP cheese
- ✓ 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- ✓ extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ salt
📊 Nutritional Information
Fancy serving up a light, fragrant pasta dish that captures the heart and soul of Sicily? This pasta with courgette pesto and sun-dried tomatoes is just the ticket! In no time at all you’ll have a silky, flavour-packed plate where the gentle sweetness of courgettes meets the intense, savoury hit of sun-dried tomatoes and the fresh aroma of basil. Perfect for summer days or whenever you’re in the mood for something light yet full of character.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta until just al dente.
- 2
Dice the courgette and pop it into a jug with the basil leaves and a pinch of salt.
- 3
Blend while slowly drizzling in extra virgin olive oil until you achieve a smooth, creamy pesto.
- 4
Add the pine nuts and pecorino cheese, then blitz again to combine evenly.
- 5
Stir in the drained sun-dried tomatoes and give a quick pulse to gently fold them in.
- 6
Drain the pasta, reserving some of the cooking water, and toss it through the prepared pesto.
- 7
Give it a good stir and if needed, add a tablespoon of the pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- 8
Serve warm, garnished with chopped sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and a sprinkle of pecorino.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a more distinctly Sicilian twist, swap pine nuts for almonds. If you’d rather a milder flavour, try using grated provola from the Madonie hills instead of pecorino.
📦 Storage
- • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- • It’s also delicious served cold, making a lovely light summer meal.
- • Avoid reheating for too long to preserve the fresh taste of the pesto.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy this pasta alongside a glass of Contea di Sclafani Grillo – a fragrant and crisp white wine that perfectly lifts the freshness of the vegetables and the richness of the cheese.
Why not bring a touch of sunny Sicily to your home kitchen with this easy, flavour-packed pasta? It’s the kind of dish that’s quick to make but big on taste — ideal for sharing with friends and family on a relaxed evening. Give it a whirl, savour those vibrant Mediterranean flavours, and watch it become a new staple in your weeknight repertoire!
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