Dinner Tonight: Pesto Fusilli with Corn, Zucchini, and Bacon

Health score
36%
Dinner Tonight: Pesto Fusilli with Corn, Zucchini, and Bacon
45 min.
2
1258kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that can be whipped up in just 45 minutes? Look no further than this delightful Pesto Fusilli with Corn, Zucchini, and Bacon! This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or a quick lunch. The combination of fresh basil pesto, sweet corn, and tender zucchini creates a vibrant and colorful plate that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

The star of this recipe is the crispy bacon, which adds a savory crunch that perfectly complements the creamy pesto and the al dente fusilli pasta. With each bite, you'll experience a burst of flavor that will leave you wanting more. Plus, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a great option for those who want to enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt.

Whether you're cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this Pesto Fusilli is sure to impress. It's versatile enough to serve as a main course or a side dish, and the leftovers (if there are any!) make for a fantastic lunch the next day. So grab your frying pan and pot, and let's get cooking! Your taste buds will thank you.

Ingredients

  • slices bacon chopped
  • servings basil pesto to taste
  •  ears corn 
  • pound .5 oz. macaroni 
  • servings parmesan to top
  • 0.7 pound zucchini chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until browned but not too crisp.
  2. Drain some of the fat, leaving a bit to coat the pasta.
  3. In the meantime, bring a large pot of salty water to boil. Cook the pasta, adding the vegetables for the last couple minutes to blanch. Reserve some pasta cooking water.
  4. Drain the pasta with vegetables and add them to the skillet.
  5. Add pesto until everything is well-coated. Use the pasta cooking water to loosen and avoid dryness.
  6. Top with Parmesan and black pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1258kcal
Protein15.89%
Fat22.56%
Carbs61.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21
Glycemic Load
0.74
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
36.001304579818%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1257.78kcal
62.89%
Fat:31.52g
48.49%
Saturated Fat:11.32g
70.74%
Carbohydrates:193.47g
64.49%
Net Carbohydrates:182.66g
66.42%
Sugar:16.19g
17.99%
Cholesterol:43.38mg
14.46%
Sodium:878.51mg
38.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.96g
99.91%
Selenium:157.56µg
225.09%
Manganese:2.5mg
125.18%
Phosphorus:821.92mg
82.19%
Magnesium:197.88mg
49.47%
Calcium:454.62mg
45.46%
Fiber:10.81g
43.24%
Copper:0.81mg
40.38%
Vitamin C:33.18mg
40.22%
Vitamin B6:0.77mg
38.36%
Vitamin B3:7.54mg
37.69%
Zinc:5.31mg
35.4%
Potassium:1236.32mg
35.32%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
34.3%
Folate:117.01µg
29.25%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.71%
Iron:4.44mg
24.69%
Vitamin B5:2.25mg
22.5%
Vitamin A:1019.6IU
20.39%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.75%
Vitamin K:7.51µg
7.15%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.68%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.88%