Instant Pot Linguine With Goat Cheese Mint And Peas

Linguine With Goat Cheese Mint And Peas is a flavor combination that creates a burst freshness in your mouth.

The tartness of the lemon pairs perfectly with the cool, herbal notes of mint, while the sweetness of the peas adds a subtle depth to the overall flavor profile.

The zesty citrus of the lemon balances out the earthy sweetness of the peas, and the mint adds a pop of coolness that ties everything together.

This is a pasta dish that is created with a balanced and harmonious taste that is both satisfying and unique.

The combination of flavors are a delightful balance of tangy, herbal, and sweet that tantalize your taste buds with every bite.

This flavorful dish is easy to make and only takes 30 minutes from start to finish. With the Instant Pot, the linguine cooks in 3 minutes.

As the pasta is cooked directly in the liquid that forms the base of the sauce, there’s no need to drain the noodles when done.

Instant Pot – Linguine With Goat Cheese Mint And Peas

2 cups frozen peas, thawed and patted dry, divided

8 ounces fresh goat cheese (chèvre)

⅓ cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

½ cup chopped fresh mint

Kosher salt and ground black pepper

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

1 pound fine linguini, broken in half

Cook’s Notes

You can choose to substitute the linguine for spaghetti. And in place mint, you can use basil, marjoram, or rosemary. Feta cheese is also a good option to replace goat cheese.

Add 1 cup of peas to a medium bowl. Using a fork, mash to a coarse puree. Add the goat cheese, the ⅓ cup of oil, the lemon zest and juice, half the chopped mint, ½ teaspoon salt and ¾ teaspoon pepper. Mash well, then set aside.

On a 6-quart Instant Pot, select More/High Sauté. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons oil, the onion and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes.

Add 5 cups water. Add the pasta, placing the strands horizontally so they lay flat, then press them into the liquid until submerged.

Press Cancel, lock the lid in place and move the pressure valve to Sealing. Select Pressure Cook or Manual; make sure the pressure level is set to High. Set the cooking time for 3 minutes.

When pressure cooking is complete, quick-release the pressure by moving the pressure valve to Venting. Press Cancel, then carefully open the pot.

Using tongs, toss and stir the mixture to separate the strands of pasta, then add the goat cheese mixture and the remaining peas.