Pasta with White Beans, Greens, and Lemon

Very Healthy
Health score
90%
Pasta with White Beans, Greens, and Lemon
45 min.
6
523kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pasta game? Our Pasta with White Beans, Greens, and Lemon is not just a dish—it's a celebration of fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. With a remarkable health score of 90, this recipe is packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for those looking to indulge without the guilt.

Imagine diving into a bowl of tender orecchiette pasta, lightly coated with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and bursting with vibrant arugula or baby spinach. The creamy cannellini beans add a delightful richness, while the zesty notes from fresh basil and lemon bring a refreshing twist that truly brightens each bite. And let's not forget the crunch of toasted pine nuts sprinkled on top, offering a perfect contrast in texture.

This dish is not only suitable as a filling main course but also serves wonderfully as a side or a light lunch. In just 45 minutes, you can create a meal that serves six people, making it ideal for family gatherings or weekend get-togethers. With approximately 523 calories per serving, you can savor a hearty and satisfying plate that won’t weigh you down.

Perfect for the season, this Pasta with White Beans, Greens, and Lemon is a dish that embodies simplicity and flavor. So, roll up your sleeves and treat yourself to a deliciously healthy experience that you and your loved ones won’t soon forget!

Ingredients

  • cups baby spinach trimmed
  • 15 ounce .5 can cannellini beans rinsed drained canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • tablespoons olive oil extravirgin
  • cup basil leaves fresh coarsely chopped ( 1 [1-ounce] package)
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon lemon rind grated
  • pound orecchiette uncooked ("little ears" pasta)
  • ounce parmesan cheese grated
  • tablespoons pinenuts toasted
  • 0.8 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. Drain.
  3. Place pasta in a large bowl; drizzle with oil, tossing to coat.
  4. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  5. Add garlic to pan; saut 1 minute or until garlic begins to brown.
  6. Add pasta mixture, tomatoes, pepper, and beans; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in arugula, basil, rind, juice, and salt; cook 1 minute or until arugula wilts. Spoon 1 1/2 cups pasta mixture into each of 6 shallow bowls; top each serving with 2 1/2 teaspoons pine nuts and 2 teaspoons cheese.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories523kcal
Protein15.13%
Fat22.89%
Carbs61.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.17
Glycemic Load
28.33
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.482174195673%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.96mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:522.93kcal
26.15%
Fat:13.57g
20.88%
Saturated Fat:2.12g
13.28%
Carbohydrates:82.69g
27.56%
Net Carbohydrates:74.29g
27.01%
Sugar:8.02g
8.91%
Cholesterol:4.11mg
1.37%
Sodium:507.08mg
22.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.19g
40.37%
Manganese:2.26mg
112.92%
Vitamin K:104.59µg
99.61%
Selenium:51.79µg
73.98%
Copper:0.73mg
36.63%
Vitamin A:1806.81IU
36.14%
Magnesium:140.98mg
35.24%
Phosphorus:347.05mg
34.71%
Fiber:8.4g
33.61%
Potassium:1133.01mg
32.37%
Iron:5.45mg
30.28%
Folate:105.66µg
26.42%
Zinc:3.02mg
20.1%
Vitamin C:15.05mg
18.25%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.26%
Vitamin E:2.5mg
16.68%
Vitamin B3:3.15mg
15.77%
Calcium:152.84mg
15.28%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.94%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.34%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.26%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes