Green Pasta
A fresh and vibrant pasta dish bursting with flavors and packed with nutrition, perfect for incorporating more greens into your diet.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 320 g penne pasta
- 1 broccoli, sliced into small florets
- 3 handfuls kale, roughly chopped Can be substituted with other greens.
- 3 handfuls spinach Fresh is recommended for best flavor.
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 cup walnuts Choose raw or lightly toasted.
- 1 juice of 1 lemon Fresh lemon juice enhances flavor.
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast Adds a cheesy flavor.
- 1 large handful fresh basil Use fresh basil for better aroma.
- 2 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin olive oil is preferred.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
- 2 handfuls mixed green leaves For added freshness and texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by bringing a large saucepan filled with salted water to a rolling boil.
- Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook for about 6 minutes.
- After 6 minutes, carefully add the sliced broccoli to the saucepan and continue boiling for an additional 5 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli, reserving about 1.5 cups of the pasta water.
Make the Green Sauce
- In a food processor, combine the kale, spinach, garlic, walnuts, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, basil, olive oil, and a large pinch of salt and pepper.
- Pour in about 1.5 cups of the reserved pasta water and blend until smooth and creamy.
Combine and Serve
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta and broccoli with the green sauce until well coated.
- Fold in the mixed green leaves for added freshness.
- Serve warm and garnish with additional nutritional yeast or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Notes
For a chilled version, serve as a pasta salad. Use fresh, organic ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust spices and nuts based on personal preference.