Pesto Pasta with Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    2 servings

  • Calories

    471 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Pesto Pasta with Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale

Tender penne pasta tossed with fresh pesto, roasted butternut squash, baby kale, and parmesan cheese. This dish is uber easy and full of flavor! Serves 2 as a main dish and 4 as a scrumptious side!Recipe yields 2 main dishes or four small sides.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1-1.5 cups cubed butternut squash
  • 1-2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4-6 oz dry penne pasta
  • ¼ cup pesto (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup fresh baby kale
  • 1/3-1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • any additional salt and pepper to taste
  • parsley to garnish
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Instructions

  1. Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Coat squash with olive oil and lay flat on a baking sheet.
  3. Season with salt and pepper and roast for 30-40 minutes.
  4. Set a timer, measure out your remaining ingredients, and walk away.
  5. After about 25 min have passed, boil you pasta, cooking according to package instructions.
  6. Drain and return the penne to the pot, adding in the kale and pesto while the pasta is still hot. If you added extra veggies or just really love pesto, feel free to add a little extra into the pot! I won't tell! In fact, I'll join you!
  7. Reduce burner heat to lowest setting and stir to wilt the baby kale.
  8. Add your squash [which should now be perfectly roasted] and a hearty sprinkling of parmesan cheese and garnish with a little parsley for pizazz.
  9. Serve straight up or add your favorite pasta night extras for a balanced meal. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 471kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 17mg (6%) Sodium 564mg (24%) Potassium 558mg (16%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 11557IU (231%) Vitamin C 55mg (61%) Calcium 331mg (33%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 471 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 471kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 564mg 24%
Potassium 558mg 12%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 11557IU 231%
Vitamin C 55mg 61%
Calcium 331mg 33%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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