Healthy Dinner Recipes: Pasta with Spinach Pesto Sauce

16 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped6 ounces low-fat, firm silken tofu2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon minced garlic1/8 cup low-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon Italian seasoning10 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced6 ounces fresh sliced shiitake mushrooms1/2 cup diced red onion1/4 cup bacon bits1 pound penne pastaCook pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking, in food processor or blender, combine spinach, tofu, lemon juice, garlic, broth, cheese, pepper, and Italian seasoning, process until smooth. Set aside. Spray a large non-stick saute pan with cooking spray. Over medium heat, cook onions and mushrooms until tender. Reduce heat to low, add pesto mixture and heat until hot. Toss pasta with sauce and bacon bits. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired. NOTE: If sauce seems too thick, thin to desired consistency with pasta cooking water or broth. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 416 | Total Fat: 4.2g | Cholesterol: 4mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Pasta with Spinach Pesto Sauce

Servings Per Recipe: 5

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 416

Total Fat: 4.2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 291mgTotal Carbs: 76.3g    Dietary Fiber: 6.5gProtein: 22g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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