Spaghetti with leeks, peas & pesto

Name: Spaghetti with leeks, peas & pesto
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 175 grams spaghetti; 140 grams frozen pea; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 250 grams large trimmed leeks (about , thinly sliced; 1 Tbsp basil pesto

Spaghetti with leeks, peas & pesto is a main course that serves 2. This recipe covers 27% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 19g of protein, 12g of fat, and a total of 573 calories. Head to the store and pick up , pea, olive oil, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and vegan diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 25 minutes. If you like this recipe, take a look at these similar recipes: Braised leeks & peas, Buttered peas & leeks, and Three Peas With Leeks, Mint & Cream.

Instructions

Cook the spaghetti according to pack instructions, adding the peas for the final 2 mins. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan, add the leeks, then gently cook for about 5 mins until softened. Stir in the pesto and 3 tbsp of the pasta cooking water, then simmer for a few mins.

Ingredients you will need

Spaghetti

Leek

Pasta

Pesto

Water

Peas

Cooking Oil

Equipment you will use

Frying Pan

Drain the pasta and peas, then add to the frying pan, tossing everything together. Divide between 2 warm bowls and sprinkle with a little grated Parmesan, if using.

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Parmesan