Spinach Pesto Pasta Bake

Spinach Pesto Pasta Bake

4.8(288)

Cook Time
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Total Time
-
Yield
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh spinach (120 g)
  • 1 cup fresh basil (40 g)
  • ¾ cup pine nuts (100 g)
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese (25 g)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • salt, to taste
  • ¼ cup lemon juice (60 mL)
  • ½ cup olive oil (120 mL)
  • 1 box whole wheat pasta, prepared
  • 2 cups cherry tomato (400 g), halved
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese (50 g)

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 291
  • Fat 25g
  • Carbs 12g
  • Fiber 1g
  • Sugar 2g
  • Protein 6g

How to Make It

1. Step
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step
In a blender or food processor, add the spinach, basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, salt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
3. Step
Blend until you reach a creamy consistency. Set aside.
4. Step
Add the pasta to a large bowl then add the tomatoes. Pour the pesto onto the pasta and mix well to combine.
5. Step
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella.
6. Step
Cover with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes.
7. Step
Carefully remove and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
8. Step
Enjoy!

Tags

VegetarianLow-SugarLow-CarbBaking PanCutting BoardChef's KnifeWooden SpoonMixing BowlPyrexOven MittsDry Measuring CupsHealthyWeeknightBig BatchEasyBakeDinnerFusionItalianAmericanBlenderOven

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