Linguine with courgette pesto, prawns, basil and lemon

Published on 18 September 2025

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A lovely complete meal with soft pesto, sweet prawns and fresh lemon. Impressive and rich; homemade tagliolini also works, recipe on the blog.

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1.Step 1 of 9
I wash, trim and dice courgettes.
2.Step 2 of 9
I cook in oil with garlic if wanted for 7/8 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
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I blend with basil and plenty of oil.
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I taste creamy pesto, adjust salt and pepper and reserve.
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I clean prawns.
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I quickly sauté chopped tails in oil and season with salt and pepper.
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I cook linguine and drain into a pan with pesto.
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I add prawns, more pesto and pasta water if needed and toss.
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I plate with basil, lemon zest and oil.

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