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Cavatappi with Cilantro-Pistachio Pesto Recipe

Cavatappi with Cilantro-Pistachio Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1/2 large head cauliflower
3 medium carrots , halved lengthwise and then cut on the diagonal 1/2 inch thick
7 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup lightly packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup unsalted shelled pistachios
3 medium cloves garlic, peeled
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
3/4 lb. cavatappi
2 large scallions, thinly sliced
freshly ground black pepper
kosher salt

Directions:

Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 475°F. Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil over high heat.
Put the cauliflower and carrots on a heavy-duty rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 Tbs. of the olive oil and 1/2 tsp. salt and toss to coat. Roast for 10 minutes, stir, and continue roasting until tender and golden in spots, about 10 minutes more.
Meanwhile, pulse the cilantro, pistachios, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. With the machine running, add the remaining 5 Tbs. oil and purée until the sauce is very smooth. Add the lemon juice and 3/4 tsp. salt and pulse to mix.
Boil the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and return the pasta to the pot. Toss the warm pasta with the roasted vegetables and pesto. Season to taste with salt and pepper and transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the scallions and serve.
Serving suggestions
Start the meal with an Escarole Salad with Olives and Garlic Croutons.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	438.99 Kcal (1838 kJ)
Calories from fat	295.93 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	32.88g	51%
Sodium	59.4mg	2%
Potassium	592.31mg	13%
Total Carbs	29.91g	10%
Sugars	6.26g	25%
Dietary Fiber	5.77g	23%
Protein	8.02g	16%
Vitamin C	44.6mg	74%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	15%
Iron	1.7mg	10%
Calcium	64.2mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	163.73 Kcal (686 kJ)
Calories from fat	110.37 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.26g	51%
Sodium	22.15mg	2%
Potassium	220.91mg	13%
Total Carbs	11.15g	10%
Sugars	2.34g	25%
Dietary Fiber	2.15g	23%
Protein	2.99g	16%
Vitamin C	16.6mg	74%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	15%
Iron	0.6mg	10%
Calcium	24mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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