Pack in your veggies with this quick and easy green pasta. Plenty of kale and spinach transform into a vibrant green sauce once cooked and blended with basil, pine nuts and Parmesan cheese for a pesto-like flavor. Enjoy this easy vegetarian pasta as is, or add grilled chicken or white beans for a boost of protein.
8 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine or spaghetti
1 (8-ounce) bunch lacinato kale, stemmed
1 (5 ounce) package baby spinach
4 medium cloves garlic, peeled
1 ½ cups packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup toasted pine nuts, divided
½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided
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