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Beet Green Pesto Pasta

A delicious pasta recipe packed with nutrition that takes less than 30 minutes to make.

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beet greens, pasta made with pesto, pesto pasta
Servings: 6
Calories: 260kcal
Author: Jodi Danen, RDN / Create Kids Club

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. box whole grain penne pasta cooked
  • 1 bunch beet greens de-stemmed
  • 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh or frozen basil optional
  • 1 tbsp. fresh minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to blender
  • Blend until smooth
  • Toss pesto with pasta
  • Serve hot or cold

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 497IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg