Super Green Pasta

Super Green Pasta
  • 1 (6.3 ounce) jar Barilla® Traditional Basil Pesto
  • 1 ripe avocado - halved, seeded, and peeled
  • 1 (16 ounce) package Barilla® Farfalle
  • 5 cups assorted baby greens such as baby kale, arugula, or spinach
  • Fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
  • Shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)


  1. In the bowl of a food processor add the Traditional Basil Pesto and avocado; mix to combine; set aside.
  2. In a large pot bring 4 to 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil; add salt to taste and the Farfalle; stir gently.
  3. Cook pasta according to package directions; remove from heat and drain well, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.
  4. Return pasta to pot; stir in the baby greens and Traditional Basil Pesto mixture; add pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  5. Serve topped with fresh basil leaves and Parmesan, if desired.

05/09/2018
Super Green Pasta, recipe PT15M PT1H 5 455 calories

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