Arugula and Basil Pesto Linguine

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Arugula and Basil Pesto Linguine

 

High fiber spelt -- the ancient grain in this pasta, packs more protein

than wheat and is higher in B vitamins.

 

12 oz. spelt linguine

 

Prepare pasta per package directions. Drain and place into large serving

bowl.

 

~~~Pesto~~~

4 cups arugula leaves

1 cup tightly packed basil leaves

3-4 cloves garlic, minced

2 TB pine nuts

Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

 

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, garnish

 

In a food processor, make pesto by combining arugula, basil, garlic, pine

nuts, and salt

and black pepper to taste. Process to coarsely chop.

 

With food processor running, slowly add oil in a steady stream until mixture

is smooth.

 

Toss pasta with pesto. Sprinkle with cheese.

 

Makes 4 servings

 

Nutrition Information

Per Serving 520 calories, 17 g protein, 65 g carbs, 21 g fat, 3.5 g sat fat,

5 mg cholesterol, 4 g fiber, 100 mg sodium.

 

Recipe from South Beach Diet Cookbook: A Taste of the Tropics.