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Healthy Whole Wheat Pasta Recipe

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Martina G. Dec. 22, 2024

60g of whole wheat pasta with green beans black olives and a teaspoon of pesto

Prep 10 minutesCook 15 minutesEasyServes 4
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Coach Sam

Youre just one meal away from reaching your weekly target of fiber and lean protein-rich lunches awesome work. Whole wheat pasta with green beans black olives and a hint of pesto sounds amazing. Lets keep it up!

Instructions

  • 1.

    1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.

  • 2.

    2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the chopped green beans. Blanch for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.

  • 3.

    3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, blanched green beans, sliced black olives, and pesto. Toss gently to combine.

  • 4.

    4. If using, add the spinach and mix until wilted.

  • 5.

    5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Ingredients

  • 1.

    240g whole wheat pasta

  • 2.

    200g green beans, trimmed and chopped

  • 3.

    100g black olives, sliced

  • 4.

    4 teaspoons pesto (preferably low-fat)

  • 5.

    1 cup spinach (optional for added fiber)

  • 6.

    Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

  • calories

    320

  • fat

    10

  • saturates

    1.5

  • carbohydrates

    50

  • fibres

    8

  • sugar

    2

  • addedSugar

    0

  • protein

    12

Healthy Whole Wheat Pasta Recipe

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2 comments
  • MG

    Martina G.Author

    "60g of whole wheat pasta with green beans black olives and a teaspoon of pesto"

  • CS

    Coach Sam

    "Youre just one meal away from reaching your weekly target of fiber and lean protein-rich lunches awesome work. Whole wheat pasta with green beans black olives and a hint of pesto sounds amazing. Lets keep it up!"