Trenette With Pesto, Potatoes And Beans

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A hearty Ligurian classic featuring tender pasta, creamy potatoes, and crisp green beans coated in vibrant basil pesto.
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This traditional Ligurian dish, known as “Trenette al Pesto,” is a comforting yet fresh meal that balances earthy potatoes with crisp green beans. The star of the show is the bright, herbaceous basil pesto, which coats every strand of the short trenette pasta. Unlike many Italian pasta dishes that rely on tomato sauces, this recipe highlights the pure flavor of basil, garlic, and pine nuts. It is perfect for a light summer dinner or a satisfying weeknight meal. The combination of textures&# 226;€”soft potatoes, snap-crisp beans, and al dente pasta—creates a harmonious bite. Simple ingredients come together quickly for a dish that feels both rustic and elegant.

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Trenette With Pesto, Potatoes And Beans

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 115.5

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This traditional Ligurian dish, known as "Trenette al Pesto," is a comforting yet fresh meal that balances earthy potatoes with crisp green beans. The star of the show is the bright, herbaceous basil pesto, which coats every strand of the short trenette pasta. Unlike many Italian pasta dishes that rely on tomato sauces, this recipe highlights the pure flavor of basil, garlic, and pine nuts. It is perfect for a light summer dinner or a satisfying weeknight meal. The combination of textures&# 226;€”soft potatoes, snap-crisp beans, and al dente pasta—creates a harmonious bite. Simple ingredients come together quickly for a dish that feels both rustic and elegant.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Boil the potatoes until just tender, then drain and halve them.
  3. Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender, then refresh in ice water and drain.
  4. Cook the trenette pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. In a large sauté pan or serving bowl, combine the pesto, halved potatoes, and blanched beans.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the pan with the pesto mixture.
  7. Toss everything together over low heat until the pasta is well-coated and warm, adding a splash of pasta water if needed for consistency.
  8. Serve immediately in warmed dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 115.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 25.5g9%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g14%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 3.0g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pesto, trenette, pasta, potatoes, green beans, italian, ligurian, basil, vegan, dinner, easy, quick, summer, herb, salad, vegetarian, mediterranean, comfort food, al dente, family style
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