Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and White Beans
There’s nothing quite like a comforting bowl of Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and White Beans. In just 30 minutes, you can create a vibrant, nutritious dish that celebrates fresh ingredients and tantalizing flavors. This recipe combines tender pasta with crisp-tender broccoli and creamy white beans, all tossed in a fragrant pesto sauce that ties everything together beautifully. Each bite offers a delightful texture and a burst of taste, making it perfect for family dinners or impressing friends without hours spent in the kitchen. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to cater to various dietary preferences, ensuring everyone at the table can enjoy it.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb mini shell pasta (or preferred shape)
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans (drained and rinsed)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup prepared pesto sauce
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Lemon wedges for squeezing (optional)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add pasta and salt; cook according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add chopped broccoli, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until tender.
- Stir in white beans and heat through.
- Combine the drained pasta with the broccoli mixture. Add pesto sauce, mixing well. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then squeeze fresh lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg