Lemon Pesto Turkey Pasta

Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Lemon Pesto Turkey Pasta
30 min.
3
730kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s both quick to prepare and packed with flavor? Look no further than this Lemon Pesto Turkey Pasta! Perfect for a side dish, lunch, or even a main course, this dish brings together the vibrant flavors of fresh basil pesto and zesty lemon, creating a delightful harmony that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that serves three, making it an ideal choice for a small gathering or a cozy family dinner. The combination of tender farfalle pasta, savory chopped turkey, and sautéed onions creates a comforting base, while the creamy egg and pesto mixture adds a rich, dairy-free twist that everyone will love.

Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it also utilizes leftover turkey, making it a fantastic way to reduce food waste while enjoying a nutritious meal. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, this dish is as wholesome as it is delicious. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful Lemon Pesto Turkey Pasta!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil pesto prepared
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • large eggs (large)
  • 0.5 pound farfalle pasta (bow tie)
  • clove garlic minced
  •  lemon zest 
  • Tbsp olive oil 
  • cup onion chopped ( one medium onion)
  • servings salt 
  • cups turkey gravy leftover cooked chopped ( turkey thigh meat works great)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add 1 Tbsp of salt for every 2 quarts of water. (While the water is coming to a boil, prep the ingredients to save time.)2 In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon zest, and pesto. Set aside. 3
  3. Add the pasta to the boiling water. The pasta should take 10 minutes to cook to al dente, cooked through but still a little firm. Cook on a rolling boil, uncovered. 4 While the pasta is cooking, cook the onions in a large sauté pan in olive oil on medium heat until translucent.
  4. Add the garlic and chopped cooked turkey meat. Cook until heated through, then remove from heat.5 When the pasta is ready, reserve 1/2 a cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the pasta. 6
  5. Add the hot, drained pasta to the pan with the onions and turkey.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over everything and quickly stir to combine. The heat of the pasta will cook the eggs sufficiently, though keep the pan off the heat or the eggs in the sauce will curdle.Salt to taste (depending on the saltiness of your leftover turkey and the saltiness of the pesto, you may not need any additional salt).
  7. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper to serve. (If you want, sprinkle with a little fresh lemon juice as well.)
  8. Add back a little of the reserved pasta water if you want the pasta a little more loose, or if it is too dry.

Nutrition Facts

Calories730kcal
Protein24.18%
Fat39.17%
Carbs36.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.67
Glycemic Load
23.9
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.409565148146%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
2.67mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
10.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:729.77kcal
36.49%
Fat:31.24g
48.06%
Saturated Fat:6.58g
41.12%
Carbohydrates:65.75g
21.92%
Net Carbohydrates:61.5g
22.36%
Sugar:5.82g
6.47%
Cholesterol:229.04mg
76.35%
Sodium:730.8mg
31.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.38g
86.76%
Selenium:86.25µg
123.22%
Vitamin B3:10.32mg
51.61%
Phosphorus:434.41mg
43.44%
Vitamin B6:0.82mg
40.95%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.72%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.07%
Zinc:3.92mg
26.13%
Vitamin A:1052.38IU
21.05%
Vitamin B12:1.25µg
20.81%
Magnesium:78.13mg
19.53%
Vitamin B5:1.8mg
18.01%
Copper:0.36mg
17.82%
Fiber:4.25g
16.98%
Iron:3.01mg
16.7%
Potassium:524.14mg
14.98%
Calcium:131.52mg
13.15%
Folate:48.11µg
12.03%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.08%
Vitamin C:6.84mg
8.29%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.92%
Vitamin D:1.04µg
6.93%
Vitamin K:3.38µg
3.22%