- 1/2 lb. farfalle pasta
- 3 cups arugula leaves, packed
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a food processor, combine the arugula, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil and process until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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