Watercress Pesto Pasta with Peas

Step 1

In a food processor, combine watercress, pine nuts, garlic, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Pulse until all ingredients are broken down.

Step 3

Add the parmasen cheese and turn the food processor on to medium speed.

Step 4

Slowly drizzle in the remaining olive oil, until pesto is desired consistency.

Step 5

Season with salt to taste.

Step 6

Fill a medium sized pot with water and bring to a boil, add salt if desired.

Step 7

Once water is boiling toss in dried pasta and cook according to package directions.

Step 8

When pasta has about 1 minute left of cooking, throw in the peas to warm them through.

Step 9

Drain peas and pasta with a strainer and pour into a large bowl.

Step 10

Sprinkle with extra parmasean (2-3 tablespoons), if desired, and mix until cheese is coating the pasta.

Step 11

Pour in the watercress pesto and mix until everything is combined.

Step 12

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 13

Squeeze lemon wedge over finished pasta, if desired.