Rotini-Nudeln mit Blaubeersauce und Minze auf einem Holztisch, serviert mit einer Fissler-Gabel und einer Schale frischer Blaubeeren.

Pasta with berries – a surprising duo

Food pairing is still a popular topic among home cooks and gourmet chefs alike. That’s because contrasting combinations open the door to new flavour worlds and make even familiar aromas shine in a new light.

Summer Combinations

Pasta is an all-time favourite, and we all know it with a hearty Bolognese, creamy Carbonara, or vegetarian Napoli. But how about something sweet today? Especially during berry season, it makes perfect sense to reach for blueberries and the like to create a delicious taste surprise.

The sweetness pairs well with the mild flavour of the pasta; with a pinch of salt, this contrast is emphasised even more. A feast for the senses, because with this combination, the eyes eat too — the berry sauce looks that beautiful on the plate.

This quick pasta dish is definitely a summer recipe with wow factor at the table. And we think: this is definitely one to try!

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20 min

Total Time

15 min

Cooking Time

5 min

Preperation Time

Ingredients

For the pesto:
15 sprigs basil
1 cup chopped peanuts
150 ml olive oil
2 cups blueberries
1 tsp. lemon juice
salt and pepper
For the pasta:
500 g fusilli
2 tbsp. blueberries
mint leaves

Instructions

Step 1 of 4:

Wash the basil, shake dry, and strip the leaves from the stems.

Step 2 of 4:

 

Blend the flakes with peanuts, olive oil, blueberries, and lemon juice until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3 of 4:

 

Cook the pasta in salted water according to the package instructions until al dente.. Drain and mix immediately with the pesto.

Step 4 of 4:

 

Fold in the remaining blueberries and garnish with mint leaves. Serve warm.

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