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Spaghetti and Spinach Pesto

Name: Spaghetti and Spinach Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 pound whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked; 1 package 10-ounce frozen spinach, thawed, well drained; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; 2 cloves garlic; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 2 tablespoons tub margarine; 1/3 cup water; 2 ounces crumbled feta cheese

This pesto spaghetti dish is made with spinach for a unique spin on a classic. Top with feta and serve with a side salad for a colorful meal.

25 min8 servings

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1 serving

331

Calories

13g

Protein

51g

Carbs

11g

Fat

Fiber

Sugar

329mg

Sodium

Saturated Fat 2 g · Cholesterol 8 mg

Rings show one serving as a share of a 2,000 calorie reference day. In the Nutrola app they fill against your own goals.

Ingredients

whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
1 pound · or your favorite pasta shape
10-ounce frozen spinach, thawed, well drained
1 package
canola oil
2 tablespoons
grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup
chopped parsley
2 tablespoons
garlic
2 cloves
salt
1/2 teaspoon
dried basil
1/2 teaspoon
tub margarine
2 tablespoons
water
1/3 cup
crumbled feta cheese
2 ounces

Instructions

1
In a blender (or food processor), combine spinach, oil, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and basil. Mix at medium speed until finely chopped.
2
Melt margarine in water. With blender or processor running, gradually pour in melted margarine mixture until blended.
3
Cook pasta according to package directions.
4
Toss pesto with cooked pasta.
5
Sprinkle feta on top and serve.

Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · MyPlate National Strategic Partners The Grain Chain

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