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'Pink' beetroot pesto pasta with halloumi recipe

Looking for creative ways to add more veggies? This colourful pesto pasta will be a midweek crowd-pleaser.

Written by Harvard Wang

Packed with antioxidants and fibre, this beetroot pesto pasta dish's pink hue caught my daughter's attention and changed my perception of beetroot. Paired with crispy halloumi, it is a sweet and earthy dish - a fun way to enjoy more vegetables.

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Recipe note

  • Leftover pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. It can be served as a dip, or spread on sandwiches, wraps and pizzas. 

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Written by Harvard Wang

Harvard is a photographer, food critic, cookbook author, lunchbox maker and professional house husband. See more at instagram.com/harvardwang and soysaucesugarmirin.substack.com

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