If you think nuts only belong in snack bowls and desserts—think again. At Pasta Nut, we put pistachios, cashews, and walnuts front and centre in our pasta recipes—and for good reason.
They don’t just add crunch. They add character.
🌰 More Than Just a Topping
Forget the sprinkle of parmesan. Picture this instead:
- A velvet cashew cream sauce so smooth you’d never guess it’s dairy-free
- Bright green pistachio pesto with citrus, mint and a hit of garlic
- Earthy walnut sauces with roasted mushrooms or caramelised onions
Nuts aren’t side players—they’re the star.
đź’Ş Why Your Body (and Brain) Loves Nuts
Nuts are more than tasty—they’re tiny nutritional powerhouses:
- Rich in plant-based protein
- Packed with healthy fats (hello, omega-3s)
- Full of fibre, vitamins, and minerals
- Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free
So when we use nuts to build sauces and fillings, you’re not just getting comfort food—you’re getting smart fuel.
🌟 Why We Use Pistachio, Cashew, and Walnut
Each nut brings its own personality to the table:
- 🟢 Pistachio – slightly sweet, rich, and vibrant. Pairs beautifully with herbs, lemon, and creamy fillings.
- 🟡 Cashew – the ultimate chameleon. Blends into a silky base for sauces that taste like cream without the cow.
- 🟤 Walnut – earthy, bold, and slightly bitter in the best way. Ideal for autumnal flavours and roasted veg combos.
♻️ A Greener Kind of Cream
Using nuts instead of dairy isn’t just good for your tastebuds—it’s better for the planet. Cashews, for example, use far less water and land than cow’s milk or cheese. And unlike processed vegan substitutes, our sauces are made from whole foods, not weird powders or gums.
🍝 What We’re Cooking at Pasta Nut
We’re obsessed with turning simple ingredients into pasta magic. You’ll find nuts featured across our menu:
- Cashew Ricotta, Truffle & Lemon Ravioli with Pistachio & Parmesan Pesto
- Spinach, Feta & Sun-Dried Tomato Ravioli with Cashew & Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
- Mushroom, Ricotta & Walnut Ravioli with Butter & Sage
- Tagliatelle with Almond & Roasted Pepper Pesto, Pistachio & Parmesan Pesto, or Cashew & Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
It’s flavour-forward, plant-powered comfort food—and you don’t have to be vegan to love it.
🔥 Come Crack the Code
Nuts are bold, creamy, and endlessly surprising—just like our pasta.
đź“Ť Check out our menu at pastanut.uk/menu
📸 Follow us @pastanutlondon for behind-the-scenes pasta pics & taste tests.
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