Pasta con Fagiolini

Pasta con Fagiolini is a vibrant and satisfying Italian dish featuring tender pasta combined with fresh green beans, garlic, and a light olive oil dressing. This vegan meal is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect lunch option.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 160 grams
• Green beans - 200 grams, trimmed
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - a handful, torn
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. In the last 4 minutes of cooking the pasta, add the trimmed green beans to the pot.
3. While the pasta and beans are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften.
6. Once the pasta and beans are cooked, drain them and add to the skillet with the garlic and tomatoes.
7. Toss everything together, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the torn fresh basil just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins A and C from the tomatoes and green beans, supporting immune function.

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