Walnut Pesto & Pea Pasta – a simple vegan recipe with creamy walnut pesto, fresh peas and dairy-free flavour.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

400g pasta

150g peas

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper

For the pesto -

Half a lemon juiced

A large handful of basil

A large handful of parsley

2 garlic cloves

50g walnuts

2 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper

Method -

For the pesto, place all of the ingredients except the olive oil in a food processor and blend until smooth.

Next slowly drizzle in the olive oil whilst the processor is running.

Cook the spaghetti as per the cooking instructions, adding the peas to the pot 2 minutes before the end of the cooking time.

Next, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan and add the pesto. Heat through gently before adding the strained spaghetti and peas.

Mix well, season with salt and pepper and serve with an Italian hard cheese such as parmesan or plant-based alternative.

This Walnut Pesto & Pea Pasta is a quick and satisfying vegan meal that’s full of flavour and freshness. Creamy walnut pesto blended with garlic, basil, and nutritional yeast creates a rich, dairy-free sauce that pairs beautifully with sweet green peas and tender pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a light lunch, this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. Serve with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables for a complete plant-based meal.