Garlic Scape Pesto on Spinach Linguine

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Garlic Scape Pesto on Spinach Linguine - A hearty and flavorful pasta dish
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package spinach linguine
1/2 pint grape tomatoes , cut into thirds
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup garlic scapes , chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
4 sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 lemon , juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
cooking spray
1 bag baby spinach leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
569
Sugar
4g
Fat
31g
Garlic Scape Pesto on Spinach Linguine is a flavorful and hearty pasta dish that is perfect for a cozy night at home. Garlic scape, the stem and flower bud of the garlic plant, provides a unique and delicious flavor to the pesto which is made from a blend of herbs, lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Combined with nutrient-rich spinach linguine and sautéed spinach leaves, this dish is as healthy as it is delicious.

Instructions

1.Cook spinach linguine according to package directions.
2.While the pasta is cooking, make the pesto. In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic scapes, olive oil, basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
3.Drain the cooked pasta and return it to the pot. Add the pesto and grape tomatoes, stirring until well combined.
4.Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Spray the skillet with cooking spray and add baby spinach leaves. Sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes.
5.Serve the pasta topped with sautéed spinach leaves.

PROS

The garlic scape pesto adds a delicious and unique flavor to the dish.

The spinach linguine and sautéed spinach leaves provide a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals.

CONS

The pesto can be high in calories and fat due to the olive oil and Parmesan cheese.

If you are not a fan of garlic, this dish may not be for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is high in iron, vitamin K, vitamin A, and folate which are all important nutrients for overall health.
The garlic in the pesto has been linked to supporting immune function and improving heart health.

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