Creamy Lemon Pasta
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Creamy Lemon Pasta
Description
This recipe cooks whole wheat pasta and spinach together, ensuring the greens wilt gently in the simmering water. The drained pasta and spinach return to the pan and are tossed with quartered cherry tomatoes, crushed garlic, lemon juice and zest, Greek yogurt, fresh chopped basil, and grated parmesan. Sea salt and black pepper season the dish, which is stirred until the yogurt coats the pasta evenly, creating a creamy sauce without cream.
The flavors balance citrus brightness and mild tang from the yogurt with garlicky depth and fresh herbs, complemented by the slight chew of whole wheat pasta and tender spinach. This dish serves as a light yet satisfying vegetarian main dish.
Additions like grilled chicken boost protein while vegan adjustments can be made by substituting dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives. Different leafy greens, such as kale or cabbage, may be used depending on availability. The herbs can be varied to fit personal taste.
Ingredients
- 140 g whole wheat pasta
- 10 cherry tomato quartered
- 180 g spinach
- 1 garlic crushed, clove
- 1 lemon juice and zest only
- 6 tablespoon Greek yogurt 0% fat free
- 20 g basil finely chopped, fresh
- 20 parmesan grated
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Put 140 g Whole wheat pasta into a pan of boiling water and simmer for 12 minutes.
- Two minutes before the pasta is done, add 180 g Spinach to the pan.
- Drain the pasta and spinach.
- Put it back into the pan with 10 Cherry tomatoes, 1 Garlic clove, juice of 1 Lemon, 6 tablespoon 0% Fat Free Greek yogurt, 20 g Fresh basil and 20 Parmesan. Season with 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Mix well and serve in bowls with a sprinkle of fresh basil on top.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken to increase protein content for a heartier meal.
- Use vegetarian or vegan parmesan alternatives as needed to suit dietary preferences.
- To make vegan, swap Greek yogurt with a plant-based cream and use vegan cheese substitutes.
- Different herbs like rosemary work well if fresh basil is unavailable.
- Substitute spinach with other greens such as kale or cabbage to vary the recipe.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 353 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 353kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 942mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 9485IU | 190% |
| Vitamin C | 75.6mg | 84% |
| Calcium | 329mg | 33% |
| Iron | 6.2mg | 34% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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