Vegan Spinach Pesto Pasta

Vegan Spinach Pesto Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the earthiness of spinach with the nuttiness of pine nuts and the freshness of basil. This quick and easy meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner, delivering a nutritious boost in every bite.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pasta - 200 grams
• Fresh spinach - 150 grams
• Fresh basil - 50 grams
• Pine nuts - 30 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the spinach pesto by adding the fresh spinach, basil, pine nuts, garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to a food processor.
3. Blend the ingredients while gradually adding olive oil until you achieve a smooth consistency.
4. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta with the spinach pesto, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired creaminess.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional pine nuts or basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 72 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from spinach and basil, supporting immune function.
• High in fiber due to whole wheat pasta and spinach, promoting digestive health.

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