Amina Al-Saigh’s recipe is ideal for days when it's too hot to turn on the oven.
Amina Al-Saigh ’s recipe is ideal for days when it's too hot to turn on the oven.Bright, creamy and packed with fresh herbs, this simple pasta recipe has all the makings of a satisfying summer meal. Its vibrant green sauce is made from tangy labneh and comes together quickly using only a blender. Serve it with crunchy breadcrumbs and extra Parmesan for a light, tasty dinner that’s ready in 20 minutes.Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
While the pasta is cooking, place the herbs, green onion, oil, lemon juice, Parmesan, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender, and blend until smooth. Add the spinach and tahini, and blend until combined. Add the labneh and blend for a few seconds until just combined . Set aside. Place the bread, oil and salt in a small skillet set over medium heat. Toast, stirring often, until the breadcrumbs are browned and crunchy, about 5 to 6 minutes.Amina is a Toronto-based food blogger and founder of the popular Middle Eastern food blog Hungry Paprikas. She is also a wife, mother to two and an engineer. Her mission is to preserve the authentic flavours of the Middle East, but make recipes that are approachable and easy for the busy modern home.
From life's little projects to its big questions; the latest in food, style, relationships, work and money, home, wellness, pets and travel delivered directly to your inbox each week.
CBC Creator Network Creator Network
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Fresh, herby green sauces are perfect for picnics. Plus: a recipe for ZhugAll fresh herby sauces are delicious on practically everything
Read more »
Herby egg salad: A summery spin on an old faithful recipeAmina Al-Saigh’s take on this classic is light, crunchy and creamy — pile it high on crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Read more »
Cardamom and pistachio stone fruit crumble: A spin on a classic, inspired by the flavours of baklavaAmina Al-Saigh’s recipe is a delicious late-summer sweet.
Read more »
Russian chess champ accused of poisoning competitor with mercuryThough Russian chess player Amina Abakarova has already been temporarily suspended from competing, she may also face a lifetime ban.
Read more »
Darden Restaurant stock jumps on return of this pasta dealShares of Darden Restaurants (DRI) are rising after Raymond James reaffirmed its Outperform rating on the Olive Garden parent company after relaunching its '...
Read more »
Why haven’t kids’ menus evolved past chicken fingers?Chicken fingers, grilled cheese, pasta – kids’ menus haven’t changed in thirty years and may limit a child’s palate
Read more »