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Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and White Beans

Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and White Beans

This Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and White Beans is a quick and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 1 lb pasta
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 15 oz can white beans
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup prepared pesto sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • lemon wedges for squeezing, if desired

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Fill a large pot with water, bring to a boil and add the pasta. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside. Reserve some pasta water if needed.
  2. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add about 1 tablespoon olive oil and minced garlic. Cook garlic until fragrant, about one minute.
  3. Add the broccoli and a big pinch of salt and pepper to the pan. Mix together and let broccoli cook for 5-7 minutes, until tender.
  4. Add in the white beans and cook for another minute.
  5. Next, add in the cooked pasta and the pesto sauce. Mix everything together and add in a little of the reserved pasta water, if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Cook until pasta is warmed through. Squeeze lemon on top before serving, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with other vegetables or proteins as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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