Asparagus, White Bean Pesto Pasta
Enjoy the fresh vegetables of spring with this simple, protein packed vegetarian pasta dish.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 375 g package whole wheat pasta
- 3 tbsp prepared pesto, or to taste
- 1 bunch asparagus, tough ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1 19 oz can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 green onions, sliced
- juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook pasta to package directions and toss with pesto.
- Steam asparagus for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Shock in a cold water bath to stop cooking.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pan, add tomato and cook for 2-5 minutes. Remove from heat and toss with asparagus, white beans green onions and pasta.
- Sprinkle with lemon and serve.
Notes
Recipe by Louisa Clements
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