Pasta Verde
Health Benefits
“Verde” in Spanish, means “Green”. Pasta is high in protein and is a good source of energy. When eaten in moderation, pasta can be a part of a healthy diet. This dish complete with broccoli and spinach can boost the enzymes and detox your liver and rich in carotenoid antioxidants which can reduced risk of breast cancer.Ingredients
150g penne pasta
1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil / Avocado oil
1 leek (washed, chopped)
1 head broccoli (broken into florets)
200g green beans (ends cut off)
200g baby spinach (tender and sweeter compared to normal spinach)
For the sauce
½ can broad beans or Edamame or Chickpeas (drained and rinsed). *If you are using dry beans, remember to soak the beans overnight before boiling them in hot water.
1 tbsp tahini
1 lemon (juiced)
2 cloves garlic (peeled)
50-60ml pasta water (see instructions)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp dried parsley
Equipment
Instructions
Notes
To make things easier, you are welcome to use frozen produce when it comes to leeks, broccoli and green beans. It tends to retain most of its nutritional value, and it saves you time and effort chopping the veg. Bear in mind that if you do that, you should either let your veggies thaw in advance or extend the cooking time. - one lemon equals about 4 tbsp of juice. If you can’t squeeze them by hand, you may use lemon essential oil for alternatives (use only true unadulterated essential oils. If unsure please consult a certified aromatherapy practitioner.) For a gluten-free option, use your favorite gluten-free pasta, it doesn’t even have to be penne. Check the pasta packaging for cooking instructions. Depending on the type of pasta you are using (wholewheat, spelt, chickpea, rice etc.), cooking times may vary.
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