Give your veggie servings a boost with this easy spaghetti with spinach sauce recipe. Loosely inspired by the flavors of classic pesto, this vibrant pasta packs in plenty of spinach and basil with a garnish of nutty walnuts and savory Parmesan cheese. Serve with a drizzle of good olive oil and a green salad on the side.
8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
1 (9-ounce) package baby spinach (about 8 cups)
2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 medium cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (see Tip)
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
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