Vegan pasta with watercress pesto recipe

Step 1

To make the pesto, blend all the ingredients together in food processor until you reach the desired consistency. Season to taste.

Step 2

Cook the pasta according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a frying pan and cook the mushrooms for 5 mins, until browned, then add the artichokes and olives and heat through.

Step 4

Drain the cooked pasta and add to the pan. Add pesto and toasted pine nuts, reserving some to top, and stir to coat the pasta and veg. Divide between bowls and top with remaining pine nuts.