Description
Indulge in this hearty Protein Pasta Recipe, featuring al dente whole wheat pasta paired with lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and vibrant cherry tomatoes. Tossed with aromatic pesto and crowned with grated Parmesan cheese, this dish is a perfect balance of nutrition and flavor. Ideal for post-workout recovery or a cozy family dinner, it elevates your pasta experience while supporting your health goals.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add spinach and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cooking until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften (3-4 minutes).
- Add cooked pasta and pesto sauce to the skillet, stirring until evenly coated (1-2 minutes).
- Plate the dish and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg