Name: Tagliatelle and watercress sauce recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Serves: 4
Ingredients: 300g Tagliatelle; 1 garlic clove; 1 tbsp capers; 5oz watercress; 6tbsp olive oil; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; Salt and pepper

By GoodtoKnow

published 19 May 2013

in Recipes

This is a really healthy pasta sauce that can be whipped up in a matter of minutes. It is so light and refreshing and incredibly simple to make. Serve with fresh salad leaves or bulk up with smoked bacon or leftover chicken to turn this light dish into a hearty meal that the whole family can enjoy. Perfect for dinner and lunch, fresh tagliatelle is best.

Ingredients

300g Tagliatelle
1 garlic clove
1 tbsp capers
5oz watercress
6tbsp olive oil
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper

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Method

Put a large pan of salted water on to boil and cook the tagliatelle according to the packets instructions.
Whilst the pasta is cooking take the capers, watercress, lemon juice, zest, garlic clove, olive oil and blend in the food processor until it creates a creamy sauce.
Drain the pasta, stir though the sauce, warm through, season and serve.

Top Tip for making Tagliatelle and watercress sauce

Why not try adding some fresh green vegetables to this recipe to add extra bite?

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