Food Journal Entry #4: Scrumptious Basil Walnut Tagliatelle (Vegan Recipe)

I think it's time for some food on this page! Today I'm bringing you some scrumptious VEGAN tagliatelle with walnuts, kale, and asparagus. Carbs, vegetables, and protein, all in one dish, guaranteed to satisfy any craving.

Basil Walnut Tagliatelle

Ingredients for one serving:
3 oz tagliatelle (or more to taste)
2 cups kale, torn in bite-size pieces
4 asparagus stalks, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup walnuts coarsely chopped
½ cup fresh basil (or more to taste)
5 T olive oil
2 cloves garlic.

Directions:
Step 1. Bring water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the directions.
Step 2. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and roast the walnuts for about ten minutes, stirring once or twice.
Step 3. Make the pesto by mixing the basil, 3 T oil, and 1 clove of garlic in a food processor.
Step 4. Heat 1T oil in a pan and add the kale. Cook for a couple minutes, stirring constantly, until it begins to wilt. Set aside.
Step 5. Heat 1T oil in a pan and add one crushed garlic clove (when the oil is hot). Cook for a few seconds until the oil becomes fragrant, then remove the garlic.
Step 6. In the same pan, add the asparagus to the fragrant oil. Cook for a few minutes until desired tenderness, stirring as needed.
Step 7. Add all the ingredients to a bowl, toss well, and serve!

Here are other good recipes I've posted so far:
Food Journal Entry #3: Delicious Potatoes and Squash Fritters: https://steemit.com/food/@shadalene/food-journal-entry-3-delicious-potatoes-and-squash-fritters
Food Journal Entry #2: Huevos Rancheros: https://steemit.com/food/@shadalene/huevos-rancheros-recipe
Food Journal Entry #1: No-Knead Crusty Artisan Bread: https://steemit.com/food/@shadalene/no-knead-crusty-artisan-bread

Have a lovely Monday!

This is also my entry for the food photography contest curated by @juliank and @photocontests.