{"id":7034064,"date":"2026-08-08T19:40:58","date_gmt":"2026-08-08T19:40:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/easy-pesto-pasta-20-minute-summer-dinner\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T19:40:58","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T19:40:58","slug":"easy-pesto-pasta-20-minute-summer-dinner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7034064","title":{"rendered":"Easy Pesto Pasta &#8211; 20-Minute Summer Dinner"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-detail__summary\">\n<p>Easy Pesto Pasta is made in 20 minutes using just 5 ingredients. Featuring garlicky, herby, homemade pesto, it&#8217;s the perfect light summer supper!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span id=\"dpsp-post-content-markup\" data-image-pin-it=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-01.jpg\" alt=\"bowl of easy pesto pasta\" class=\"wp-image-165469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-01.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-01-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-01-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-01-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-01-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s that time of year when everyone starts swapping garden goodies. My neighbors grow the <em>best <\/em>cucumbers, a friend of ours has the most <em>gorgeous <\/em>tomatoes, and I\u2019ve got several zucchini suppliers around town (rubs hands together gleefully).<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to fresh basil though, the Trader Joe\u2019s plant I potted a few months ago is growing enough leaves for me, the neighborhood, and then some.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My favorite way to use the bounty is to make <a href=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/simple-vegan-pesto\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"144231\">fresh basil pesto<\/a>, which is the star of my <strong>Easy Pesto Pasta<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This light, summery dinner comes together in just 20 minutes and is easy enough to make any night of the week!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"pesto pasta in a bowl with parmesan cheese\" class=\"wp-image-165470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02.jpg\" alt=\"pesto pasta in a bowl with parmesan cheese\" class=\"wp-image-165470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-02-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-pesto-sauce\">What is Pesto Sauce?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pesto is a sauce originating from Genoa, Italy, featuring fresh basil leaves that are crushed together with garlic, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, salt, and olive oil. It\u2019s herby, a little garlicky, and deeply flavorful. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My <a href=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/simple-vegan-pesto\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"144231\">version of basil pesto<\/a> skips the cheese to keep it dairy-free and swaps walnuts for pine nuts, which can be expensive and hard to find.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is <em>incredibly <\/em>fresh and delicious, and can be made up to three days ahead of time to use in this dish.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pesto-pasta-ingredients\">Pesto Pasta Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only four additional ingredients are needed besides the pesto for this easy dish, and one of them is salt!<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pesto: <\/strong>my homemade recipe blows any store-bought product out of the water. If you\u2019re in a pinch, though, I highly recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gothamgreens.com\/our-products\/?filter=sauces&amp;product=vegan-pesto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gotham Greens Vegan Pesto<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pasta:<\/strong> spaghetti is the preferred pasta for this recipe, and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4wNhHpM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rummo Gluten Free Spaghetti<\/a> is fantastic. If you don\u2019t need to eat gluten free, you can use regular spaghetti.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong> seasons the pasta cooking water, which is used to create a light sauce for the dish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lemon:<\/strong> a spritz of fresh lemon juice added to the pasta at the end brightens all the flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parmesan cheese: <\/strong>freshly grated on top of each bowl of pesto pasta adds creaminess and flavor. Feel free to skip if you\u2019re dairy-free, or use <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fU8Yux\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Panacheeza Vegan Parmesan Cheese<\/a>, which is genuinely delicious.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"homemade pesto in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-165471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03.jpg\" alt=\"homemade pesto in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-165471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-03-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-serve-with-pesto-pasta\">What to Serve with Pesto Pasta<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I personally feel satisfied with a plate of pesto pasta all on its own for dinner, though it\u2019s also delicious paired with your favorite protein. Plus <a href=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/gluten-free-focaccia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"143307\">Gluten Free Focaccia<\/a>, of course!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some ideas:<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-tips-for-success\">Top Tips for Success<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This simple, 20-minute pasta dinner recipe is as easy as it comes. That said, keep these tips in mind when making it:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make the pesto ahead of time.<\/strong> Save time by preparing the homemade pesto up to 3 days in advance and storing it in the refrigerator, though it\u2019s perfectly fine to make and use fresh. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Save the pasta cooking water. <\/strong>The starchy pasta cooking water is what\u2019s added to the pasta to create a creamy sauce for the dish. Be sure to reserve a couple of cups BEFORE draining the pasta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overcook the pesto<\/strong>. Pesto is a fresh, raw basil sauce so don\u2019t cook it for more than a minute or two after adding it to the pasta. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"homemade pesto pasta in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-165472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04.jpg\" alt=\"homemade pesto pasta in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-165472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-04-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"serve-with-gluten-free-chicken-cutlets\">Serve with Gluten-Free Chicken Cutlets<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make-easy-pesto-pasta\">How to Make Easy Pesto Pasta<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-cook-the-pasta\">Step 1: Cook the pasta.<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous palmful of <strong>salt<\/strong>, which will both flavor the pasta and the pasta cooking water we\u2019ll use to create the sauce.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"hand holding salt\" class=\"wp-image-165473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05.jpg\" alt=\"hand holding salt\" class=\"wp-image-165473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-05-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next add <strong>spaghetti<\/strong> and cook until the pasta is al dente. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019ve found Rummo Gluten-Free Spaghetti to be a phenomenal dupe for regular spaghetti. Brown rice pasta, like Jovial, is also great!<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner has-background has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"heads-up\">Heads Up!<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount of pesto my homemade recipe makes is enough for 12oz of pasta. If you aren\u2019t gluten free, and hav e a 16oz box of pasta, be sure you only use 3\/4 of the box, and not the full pound.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"gluten free spaghetti\" class=\"wp-image-165474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06.jpg\" alt=\"gluten free spaghetti\" class=\"wp-image-165474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-06-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2-reserve-the-pasta-cooking-water\">Step 2: Reserve the pasta cooking water.<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before draining, use a glass measuring cup to carefully scoop out 1-1\/2 \u2013 2 cups of the salty, starchy pasta cooking water and set it aside. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"pasta cooking water in a glass dish\" class=\"wp-image-165475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07.jpg\" alt=\"pasta cooking water in a glass dish\" class=\"wp-image-165475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-07-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3-add-the-pesto-to-the-pasta\">Step 3: Add the pesto to the pasta. <\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drain the pasta then add it back into the pot along with the pesto plus a generous splash of the pasta cooking water. Stir with tongs until a light, silky sauce forms, adding more pasta cooking water as needed. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll know the dish is ready when the sauce clings to the pasta and you can see a thin layer of sauce around the edges of the pot.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Squeeze in a touch of <strong>lemon juice,<\/strong> then taste and add more salt if needed. <\/p>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner has-background has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"can-i-use-store-bought-pesto\">Can I Use Store-Bought Pesto?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sure, but the flavor strength will depend on the brand. Start with 1\/2 cup of store-bought pesto, then add more to your liking. I highly recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gothamgreens.com\/our-products\/?filter=sauces&amp;product=vegan-pesto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gotham Greens Vegan Pesto<\/a>, which I actually prefer over their classic pesto flavor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"pesto pasta in a cooking pot\" class=\"wp-image-165476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08.jpg\" alt=\"pesto pasta in a cooking pot\" class=\"wp-image-165476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-08-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scoop the pesto pasta into bowls then top with freshly grated parmesan cheese \u2013 again <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4z7XRHw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Panacheeza plant-based parmesan<\/a> is super delicious, too!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve immediately with your favorite protein, if you\u2019d like, plus a loaf of <a href=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/gluten-free-focaccia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"143307\">warm bread<\/a> for the ultimate summer dinner.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I hope you love this fresh and easy pasta \u2013 enjoy!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"pesto pasta in a bowl with parmesan cheese\" class=\"wp-image-165477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-150x188.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09.jpg\" alt=\"pesto pasta in a bowl with parmesan cheese\" class=\"wp-image-165477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-09-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"more-light-summer-dinners\">More Light Summer Dinners<\/h2>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-165463\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"165463\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-np-cwp-food\">  <!-- .wpforms-container --><\/p>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div id=\"recipe-165463-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-165463-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"165463\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-165463-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Bring a large pot of water to a boil then add a palmful of salt \u2013 do not skip this step as the salty water will help season the dish. Add the spaghetti then cook until al dente. BEFORE DRAINING remove 1-1\/2 \u2013 2 cups of the starchy pasta cooking water then set it aside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-165463-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Turn the heat down to medium-low then drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add the pesto plus a generous splash of the pasta cooking water. Stir with tongs until a creamy sauce has formed, adding more pasta cooking water as needed to create a light and creamy sauce that clings to the pasta. When you stir the pasta you should be able to see a light sauce form in the edges of the pot.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-165463-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Turn the heat off then add a small amount of fresh lemon juice \u2013 the dish should taste brightened, not lemony \u2013 plus salt, if needed. Scoop the pasta into bowls then serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese on top.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-165463-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">456<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">66<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">18<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.003<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">430<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">19<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">828<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">69<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer\">Nutritional values are estimates only. Please read our <a href=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/nutrition-information-disclaimer\">full nutrition information disclaimer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- [cwp_food_meta] -->\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"987\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"photo collage of easy pesto pasta\" class=\"wp-image-165480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical.jpg 987w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-750x1520.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-768x1556.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-758x1536.jpg 758w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-400x811.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-150x304.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 987px) 100vw, 987px\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"987\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical.jpg\" alt=\"photo collage of easy pesto pasta\" class=\"wp-image-165480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical.jpg 987w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-750x1520.jpg 750w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-768x1556.jpg 768w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-758x1536.jpg 758w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-400x811.jpg 400w, https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Easy-Pesto-Pasta-iowagirleats-Vertical-150x304.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 987px) 100vw, 987px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Photos by Ashley McLaughlin<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"dpsp-share-text \" data-testid=\"grow-inline-share-text\" style=\"margin-bottom:10px\">\n\t\tLike this recipe? Share it with friends!\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Easy Pesto Pasta is made in 20 minutes using just 5 ingredients. Featuring garlicky, herby, homemade pesto, it&#8217;s the perfect light summer supper! It\u2019s that time of year when everyone starts swapping garden goodies. My neighbors grow the best cucumbers, a friend of ours has the most gorgeous tomatoes, and I\u2019ve got several zucchini suppliers [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7034065,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[137697,96622,96623,104202,197309,197310,106793,157,197311,197312,112223,184946,140269,111348,168,141483,131408],"tags":[68972,16523,1659,281,197313,197314,14416,197315,197316,9773,35463,15968,12896,16529,539,24014],"dealstore":[],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-7034064","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-basil","category-dairy-free","category-egg-free","category-entree","category-extra-virgin-olive-oil","category-fresh-basil","category-garlic","category-gluten-free","category-gluten-free-pasta","category-gluten-free-spaghetti","category-lemon","category-meatless","category-parmesan","category-parmesan-cheese","category-pasta","category-pesto","category-walnuts","tag-20minute","tag-basil","tag-dinner","tag-easy","tag-extra-virgin-olive-oil","tag-fresh-basil","tag-garlic","tag-gluten-free-pasta","tag-gluten-free-spaghetti","tag-lemon","tag-parmesan","tag-parmesan-cheese","tag-pasta","tag-pesto","tag-summer","tag-walnuts"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Easy Pesto Pasta - 20-Minute Summer Dinner - Som2ny Network<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7034064\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Easy Pesto Pasta - 20-Minute Summer Dinner - Som2ny Network\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Easy Pesto Pasta is made in 20 minutes using just 5 ingredients. 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