This recipe combines the nutty tastes of spelt spirals with the richness of hazelnut pesto, the savory umami kick of nutritional yeast, and the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. It's a delicious dish that makes you feel better and gives you energy.
Ingredients: 250g spelt spiral pasta. 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup fresh basil leaves. 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts. 2 cloves garlic. 1/4 cup nutritional yeast. 1/4 cup olive oil. Juice of 1 lemon. Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 200C 400F. Place diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized. Cook spelt spiral pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a food processor, combine basil, toasted hazelnuts, garlic, nutritional yeast, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding more olive oil if needed to reach desired consistency. In a large mixing bowl, toss cooked spelt spiral pasta with roasted sweet potatoes and hazelnut pesto until well combined. Serve hot, garnished with extra nutritional yeast and fresh basil leaves if desired.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
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