SPINACH PESTO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY

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Spinach Pesto Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh spinach, fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, lemon juice, olive oil, whole wheat pasta, cherry tomato, mozzarella cheese

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups fresh spinach
1 cup fresh basil
¾ cup pine nuts
¼ cup parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic
salt, to taste
¼ cup lemon juice
½ cup olive oil
1 box whole wheat pasta, prepared
2 cups cherry tomato, halved
½ cup mozzarella cheese

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 2 grams

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