Pulses, Pesto & Pasta – Oh My! – Lentils.org

Pulses, Pesto & Pasta – Oh My!

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June 28, 2022

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Penne pasta is tossed with a bright basil pesto, lentils, baby spinach, pepperoncini, and parmesan.

  • Prep: 10 Minutes
  • Cook: 5 Minutes

  • 10 Minutes

    5 Minutes

    15 Minutes

  • Yields: 10
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Directions

  1. Fold all ingredients together in a hotel pan or large bowl.
  2. Serve either warm or chilled for service.

Ingredients

3 cups (750 mL) whole red lentils, cooked and drained well

1 lb (500 g) penne pasta, cooked and drained

1 quart (1 L) pesto

3 cups (750 mL) baby spinach, washed and drained, roughly chopped

1 cup (250 mL) pepperoncini, thinly sliced

2 cups (500 mL) parmesan cheese, grated

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 cup (250 mL)
Calories650
Sodium1780 mg
Potassium410 mg
Protein22 g
Cholesterol15 mg
Sugar3 g
Total Fat49 g
Saturated Fat10 g
Total Carbohydrates32 g
Dietary Fiber7 g