Hazelnut Pesto Pasta: Nutty, Garlicky, Twirl-Worthy Bliss
Imagine silky strands of pasta coated in a vibrant green pesto that’s earthy from toasted hazelnuts, bright with basil, and kissed with garlic. This Hazelnut Pesto Pasta is Italy meets Pacific Northwest—comforting, elegant, and ready to steal the dinner spotlight.
A quick crank with the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater delivers fluffy Parmesan clouds and finely ground hazelnuts that melt into the sauce like magic. No chunky bits. No knife slips. Just pure, twirlable perfection.
🥗Ingredients (Serves 4)
12 oz spaghetti or linguine
2 cups fresh basil leaves (packed)
½ cup toasted hazelnuts
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 garlic cloves (minced or pressed)
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
Optional: red pepper flakes, cherry tomatoes
🍳Step-by-Step: Pesto Pasta in 4 Twirls
1. Toast & Grind the Stars
Toast hazelnuts until fragrant. Use Geedel Rotary Grater’s crushing blade to grind into a fine, sandy texture—no pasty mud, just nutty grit that blends seamlessly.
2. Build the Pesto
In a bowl, combine basil, ground hazelnuts, Parmesan (grated with Geedel’s fine blade), minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while stirring until glossy and emulsified.
3. Cook the Pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
4. Toss to Coat
Return pasta to the pot. Add pesto and a splash of reserved water. Toss over low heat until every strand glistens. Adjust with more water for silkiness. Serve with extra grated Parmesan and a hazelnut sprinkle.
🔥Tips & Twists
Creamy Dream – Stir in a dollop of ricotta.
Protein Pop – Top with Geedel-sliced grilled chicken.
Spicy Edge – Add red pepper flakes.
Veggie Boost – Toss in Geedel-shredded zucchini ribbons.
Make-Ahead – Pesto keeps 3 days in the fridge (cover with oil).
🍝Conclusion: Pasta That Hugs Back
This Hazelnut Pesto Pasta isn’t just dinner—it’s a nutty, garlicky embrace. With the cheese shredder, every crank unlocks perfectly textured nuts and cheese that elevate pesto to restaurant-level bliss. One bowl, endless encores.
