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20 Minute Herb Pasta

An incredibly flavorful pasta that can be eaten hot or cold. Takes under 20 minutes to make with fresh herbs, tomatillos, garlic, and parmesan cheese.
Prep Time12 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: 20 minute, 20 minute meals, easy pasta, easy recipes, fresh herbs, garlic pasta, herb pasta, herbs, pasta, pureed herbs, spaghetti pasta, trending
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti noodles
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup basil, stems removed
  • 1/4 cup parsley, stems removed
  • 1/4 cup arugula
  • 1/4 cup mint leaves
  • 4 tomatillo tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, fresh, grated plus more for garnish
  • fresh cracked pepper
  • salt

Instructions

  • Dice the tomatillos and add them to a food processor.
  • To the processor add the mint, basil, parsely, arugula, garlic, and olive oil.
    Puree into a small chunk mixture.
    Season heavily with salt and pepper.
  • Fill a large pot with water and season with 1 tbsp. of salt. Bring to a boil and add the pasta. Cook for 8 minutes or until aldente.
    Drain and return to the pot.
    Add the herb sauce back to the pot.
  • Toss well and serve.
    Garnish with a good helping of fresh grated parmesan cheese and a crack of fresh pepper.
  • Enjoy!
    Easy pasta