BUTTERBEAN & PESTO PASTA
BUTTERBEAN & PESTO PASTA
Busy? Same. On days when I barely have time, this is my go-to lunch recipe. It’s super easy and quick to make, plus it’s fibre-rich and high-protein to keep you going even when you don’t have time.
Total Time: 15 min
Makes 2 portions
INGREDIENTS
2 portions of high-protein pasta (chickpea/lentil)
1/2 jar butter beans
few pieces of sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2-3 tbsp of your favourite green pesto
Handful of rocket salad
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and pumpkin seed as topping
METHOD
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
2. Once the pasta is drained, mix with the butter beans, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, pesto and rocket salad.
3. Serve with a drizzle of optional extra virgin olive oil and pumpkin seeds.
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Per Portion (if you use high-protein pasta)
Calories: ~540 kcal
Protein: ~30g
Carbohydrates: ~57 g
Fibre: ~13g
Fat: ~20g
Iron: ~4.5mg
Calcium: ~140 mg
Potassium: 800 mg
Magnesium: ~ 100 mg
Zinc: ~2.7 mg
Vitamin C: ~15 mg
All values are an estimate.
These recipes are provided for inspiration. They are not prescriptive meal plans or serve as medical advice. We encourage you to listen to your body, honour your hunger and fullness, and adapt meals to suit your individual needs and preferences.
