Pasta, Pesto and Peas

Name: Pasta, Pesto and Peas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta (such as spaghetti, penne, or fusilli); 1 cup frozen peas (thawed if possible); 1/2 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade); 2 tbsp olive oil (optional, for loosening the sauce); 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (as needed to adjust consistency); to taste salt and black pepper; 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:15min

A quick, bright, and comforting pasta dish featuring tender pasta tossed with basil pesto and sweet peas. It is simple enough for a weeknight meal but flavorful enough to feel special. Serve it as-is or finish with Parmesan, lemon zest, or toasted nuts for extra richness and texture.

Updated at: Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:55:45 GMT