68HealthScore
Mains · Italian
Pesto Pasta
Grade B⏱ 20 min🍽 4 servingsEasy
Pasta coated in fresh basil pesto with cherry tomatoes.
MediterraneanVegetarian
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Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Method
- 1Cook and drain the pasta, reserving a little water.
- 2Toss with pesto and a splash of pasta water.
- 3Fold in tomatoes and parmesan.
Nutrition
Per 1 serving (~162 g)
498.3
Calories
15.7g
Protein
67.3g
Carbs
18.5g
Fat
3.8g
Fiber
Why Pesto Pasta scores 68
Nutrient density17
Protein quality9
Fiber content4
Healthy fats10
Bioactive compounds14
Glycemic impact9
Top nutrients
Selenium29Manganese21.8Vitamin K21.6Folate15Copper14.9
