Pork Pesto Pasta
Pork Pesto Pasta is a delightful dish that transforms tender pork and al dente pasta into a vibrant meal, all coated in a rich basil pesto sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for both impressing guests and enjoying cozy family dinners. With minimal effort required, you’ll savor each bite of this flavorful creation, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear seasoned pork tenderloin for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Lower the heat and stir in basil pesto, allowing it to warm for about 2 minutes.
- Combine the drained pasta with the pork and pesto mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Serve topped with halved cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers. Substitute the pork with chicken or shrimp for different variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.