High Protein Basil Pasta
Elevate your pasta night with this high-protein basil pasta recipe that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Made with protein-packed chickpea or lentil pasta, this dish combines the earthy freshness of basil with the richness of garlic, cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, and a hint of olive oil for a perfectly balanced bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an excellent meal for busy weeknights or post-workout dinners. Topped with grated parmesan and seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, this pasta delivers a delightful medley of textures and bold Mediterranean flavors. A wholesome, vegetarian-friendly delight that satisfies your taste buds and protein goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams high-protein pasta (such as chickpea or lentil pasta)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the high-protein pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, slice the garlic cloves thinly and halve the cherry tomatoes.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic slices and pine nuts, sautéing until the garlic is golden brown and the pine nuts are toasted, about 2 minutes.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they start to soften, about 3 minutes.
Tear the basil leaves into the skillet, stirring gently until they wilt, about 1 minute.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything to combine well.
Divide the pasta between serving plates and top with grated parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately and enjoy your high-protein basil pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
793 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 654 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1481 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
