Linguine with Chilli, Lemon and Basil

A quick vegetarian pasta dish featuring fresh linguine tossed with garlic, chilli, lemon, and a homemade smooth basil paste.

Vegetarian Quick Pasta Linguine Basil

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

612.4

kcal / serving

612.4 kcal total

Carbs

70.5g

per serving

70.5 g total

Fat

31.8g

per serving

31.8 g total

Protein

11.2g

per serving

11.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Fruits

0.5

piece

Lemon

juice only

GrainsCereals

200

Linguine

fresh, cooked and drained

NutsSeeds

handful

Basil

fresh leaves

pinch

Salt

to taste

pinch

Black Pepper

freshly ground, to taste

clove

Garlic

finely chopped

handful

Basil

fresh leaves, chopped

OilsFats

Olive Oil

for the paste

Olive Oil

for frying

Vegetables

piece

Red Chilli

finely chopped

Method

Blend basil and 15ml olive oil in a food processor with salt and pepper until smooth.

Heat 15ml oil in a pan and fry the chilli and garlic for one to two minutes.

Add lemon juice, chopped basil, and 200g cooked linguine to the pan and stir.

Serve the pasta in a dish topped with the prepared basil paste.