Low Fat Fusilli Pasta with Pesto
Delight your taste buds with our *Low Fat Fusilli Pasta with Pesto*, a healthy twist on a classic Italian favorite! Made with wholesome whole wheat fusilli, fresh basil pesto, and a dollop of low-fat ricotta cheese, this dish is bursting with vibrant flavors and creamy texture while keeping things light. Packed with juicy cherry tomatoes and nutrient-rich baby spinach, it's a colorful and satisfying meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant lunch, this low-fat pasta recipe is a guilt-free indulgence that doesn't compromise on taste.
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Ingredients
- 300 grams Whole wheat fusilli pasta
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups Baby spinach
Directions
Step 1
1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat fusilli pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the pesto. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, garlic, Parmesan cheese, low-fat ricotta cheese, pine nuts, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until you have a smooth, thick paste.
Step 3
3. Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
Step 4
4. In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked fusilli, halved cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach.
Step 5
5. Add the pesto to the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat the pasta and vegetables evenly with the pesto sauce.
Step 6
6. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
Step 7
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (720.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1659.9 |
| Total Fat 58.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g | |
| Cholesterol 38.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1458.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 238.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.7g | |
| Protein 57.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 605.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2120.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories