Garganelli with Pesto

Garganelli with Pesto is a classic Italian pasta dish from the Emilia-Romagna region, featuring ridged, tube-shaped garganelli pasta tossed in a vibrant, fresh pesto sauce. The sauce is traditionally made from crushed basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and high-quality extra virgin olive oil, creating a rich, herbaceous coating for the pasta.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the pasta and healthy fats from the olive oil and cheese in the pesto. It provides a good amount of energy, with a rough ballpark of 600-700 calories per standard serving, along with some protein and essential nutrients like vitamin K from the basil.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	650 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	68 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	580 mg
Vitamin K	90 mcg
Calcium	280 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Magnesium	65 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Folate	55 mcg
Manganese	0.8 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, pesto originates from Genoa in Liguria, but its pairing with garganelli from Emilia-Romagna showcases the beautiful regional synergy within Italian cuisine. Nutritionally, the use of raw basil and olive oil in pesto preserves heat-sensitive vitamins and provides beneficial antioxidants and monounsaturated fats.