Ingredients

3 medium beets, peeled and cut into thin noodles (about 4 cups)

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

1 cup packed flat-leaf parsley leaves

2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

1 small clove garlic

Preparation

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Toss beet noodles with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Arrange in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until just tender, about 10 minutes.

In a food processor, puree parsley, walnuts, cheese, garlic, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, and 1 to 2 tablespoons water until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer noodles to a serving platter. Dollop with parsley pesto and serve, with more grated cheese.