Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto
Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto brings a fresh, peppery bite from garlic scapes balanced by basil, lemon, and rich Parmesan. Juicy grape tomatoes and tender wilted spinach add sweetness and texture for a vibrant bowl of pasta. Serve it for a lively weeknight dinner or a light summer gathering when bright, green flavors are in season.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 23 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 46 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 59
- Heart Health
- 75
- Metabolic
- 46
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine in the boiling water until slightly firm, about 11 minutes; drain.
- 2
Meanwhile, add the grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic scapes, olive oil, basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon juice to a food processor; pulse until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Coat a large skillet with cooking spray; set over medium heat. Add the spinach leaves; cook until slightly wilted, about 3 minutes. Add the linguine and pesto; stir to coat with the sauce. Cook until hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Calories 424.1 kcal High 21%
- Protein 13.91 g Good Source 28%
- Carbohydrate 61.25 g 22%
- Total Fat 15.54 g Moderate 20%
- Saturated Fat 3.15 g Moderate 16%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 7.3 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 157.99 mg Moderate 7%
- Dietary Fiber 6.2 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 1.68 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 157.02 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 4.44 mg Good Source 25%
- Potassium 290.08 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 7.76 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 23.92 mg Good Source 27%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto is made with 10 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Baby Spinach, Cooking Spray, Fresh Basil, and Grape Tomato. Each serving provides about 424.1 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto made of?
- The main ingredients are Baby Spinach, Cooking Spray, Fresh Basil, Grape Tomato, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 424.1 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto healthy?
- Spinach Linguine with Garlic Scape Pesto has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 424.1 calories and 13.91 g of protein, or 28% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 157.99 mg (7% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.15 g (16% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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