Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spinach White Bean Pesto Pasta, where fresh spinach and creamy white beans create a luscious pesto that coats al dente pasta. This nutritious dish invites you to savor every bite, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party. Enjoy its rich taste while knowing it’s a wholesome choice for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz pasta of choice (e.g., spaghetti or penne)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Create the Pesto Sauce: In a food processor, blend spinach, white beans, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water in a large pot and add salt. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain without rinsing.
- Toss with Pesto: Return pasta to the pot and stir in the pesto until evenly coated.
- Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan over the warm pasta so it melts into every bite.
- Serve: Plate your pasta with additional cheese and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending/Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 20mg