Green Onion and Cilantro Pesto Pasta

This flavorful pesto pasta is made with fresh cilantro, green onion, and other ingredients to make a perfect quick and easy meal.

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 cup cilantro (packed)

2/3 cup green onion (sliced)

1/2 cup almonds (whole)

1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)

3 cloves garlic

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup olive oil

12 ounces spaghetti (cooked)

Instructions

Step 1

1. In a food processor, add the cilantro, green onion, almonds, parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined.

Step 2

2. While the food processor is still running, add the olive oil in a slow and steady stream.

Step 3

3. Continue to pulse until the pesto is smooth.

Step 4

4. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions

Step 5

5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain the water and mix in the pesto.

Step 6

6. Serve hot and enjoy!