Best 3 Spinach Pesto Pasta Bake Recipe By Tasty Recipes

Indulge in a culinary delight with our delectable Spinach Pesto Pasta Bake, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite dish combines the freshness of spinach, the aromatic basil pesto, and the velvety texture of pasta, all baked to perfection. Dive into a creamy Spinach Pesto Chicken Pasta, where tender chicken breast joins the flavorful party. For a vegetarian twist, try our Spinach Pesto Pasta with Roasted Vegetables, where colorful veggies add a vibrant touch. Craving a one-pot meal? Our Spinach Pesto Pasta Skillet is your answer, featuring a quick and easy preparation that doesn't compromise on taste. And for those who love a hearty meal, our Spinach Pesto Stuffed Shells are a must-try, where jumbo shells are filled with a luscious spinach pesto filling and baked until golden brown.

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SPINACH PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY

Spinach Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, spaghetti, fresh spinach, walnuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, lemon juice, olive oil

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 chicken breast
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
8 oz spaghetti, cooked according to package
4 cups fresh spinach
½ cup walnuts
4 cloves garlic
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

In a food processor, add all ingredients to make pesto and blend until walnuts are finely blended.
In a hot pan, add olive oil and cook chicken breast. Salt and pepper to taste.
Remove the chicken and slice.
Combine the chicken and pesto sauce into spaghetti and mix until the sauce fully coats the pasta.
Serve and top it off with parmesan cheese.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 2 grams

SPINACH PESTO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY

Spinach Pesto Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh spinach, fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, lemon juice, olive oil, whole wheat pasta, cherry tomato, mozzarella cheese

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups fresh spinach
1 cup fresh basil
¾ cup pine nuts
¼ cup parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic
salt, to taste
¼ cup lemon juice
½ cup olive oil
1 box whole wheat pasta, prepared
2 cups cherry tomato, halved
½ cup mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a blender or food processor, add the spinach, basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, salt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Blend until you reach a creamy consistency. Set aside.
Add the pasta to a large bowl then add the tomatoes. Pour the pesto onto the pasta and mix well to combine.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella.
Cover with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes.
Carefully remove and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 2 grams

SPINACH PESTO SAUCE SUPER EASY AND TASTY

Spinach Pesto Sauce Super Easy and Tasty image

I am the Queen of Pesto in my community! Something so easy to make, so good yet so many people think it is hard to make. I grow all of our produce and when basil is at its peak, it is time to make huge batches of pesto. Now I have lots of fresh baby spinach and adapted my basil pesto recipe for spinach. It is great with fresh fettuccine, topped over grilled fish and baked with chicken or pork. COOKS NOTES: I usually guess with the amount of ingredients, depending on how much I have and what taste I am looking for. Experiment with quantities to suit your taste!

Provided by kiwidutch

Categories Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 cups torn spinach leaves, stems removed, well packed, 16 to 24 ounces
3 garlic cloves, halved
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (The good stuff)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (The good Stuff, no green can!)
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Place a few spinach leaves, garlic, pine nuts, basil and a little oil in blender or food processor container.
Cover and puree until leaves begin to look crushed. Continue adding spinach leaves a few at a time with small amounts of oil to blender, using a rubber spatula to help to combine pureed mixture.
Add Parmesan cheese and 1/8 teaspoons salt. Cover and process until spinach pesto mixture is smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.1, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 224.4, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.5, Protein 5.1

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh spinach. If you only have frozen spinach, thaw it and squeeze out as much water as possible before using.
To make the pesto, you can use a food processor or a blender. If you're using a blender, be sure to start with the nuts and garlic, and then add the spinach and oil.
If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can use cottage cheese or cream cheese instead.
To make the pasta bake, you can use any type of pasta you like. Short pastas, like penne or rotini, work well.
Be sure to cook the pasta al dente, so that it still has a little bit of a bite to it.
If you want a cheesy crust on top of the pasta bake, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.

Conclusion:

Spinach pesto pasta bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover spinach. With its creamy pesto sauce, tender pasta, and cheesy topping, this pasta bake is sure to be a hit with the whole family.