Brussels Sprouts and Pesto Pasta
Indulge in a quick and delicious weeknight meal with this Brussels Sprouts and Pesto Pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines tender pasta with vibrant Brussels sprouts and a fresh, aromatic pesto sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, it strikes the perfect balance between hearty and healthy. You can easily customize it by swapping proteins or adding extra greens, making it versatile enough to suit any palate. Enjoy every bite of this comforting dish that also makes for fantastic leftovers!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta shells or similar shape
- 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons pesto
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan option)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: grilled chicken or sautéed chickpeas instead of bacon
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced Brussels sprouts with garlic for 3-5 minutes until tender but crunchy.
- Add the drained pasta, pesto, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese; mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg