Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta balances sweet-tart tomatoes with tender greens, toasted pine nuts, and a gentle kick of red pepper. The tomato-infused broth brings everything together into a silky, savory coating for the penne, finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s vibrant, nutty, and satisfying—great for a weeknight lunch or dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 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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- 41
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring the broth to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, add the sun-dried tomatoes, and let them soak until softened, about 15 minutes. Drain, reserving the broth. Coarsely chop the sun-dried tomatoes and set aside.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet slightly firm, 9 to 12 minutes. Drain.
- 3
Cook and stir the pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- 4
Heat the olive oil and pepper flakes in the same skillet over medium heat; add the garlic and cook until tender, about 1 minute. Add the spinach and cook until almost wilted. Add the reserved broth and sun-dried tomatoes; cook and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Toss the penne, spinach mixture, and pine nuts together in a large bowl. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 332.6 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 11.39 g Good Source 23%
- Carbohydrate 45.15 g 16%
- Total Fat 11.94 g Moderate 15%
- Saturated Fat 2.37 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 6.42 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 478.3 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 4.85 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 5.64 g --
- Added Sugars 0.29 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 169.0 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 3.04 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 685.18 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin A 528.27 mcg Good Source 59%
- Vitamin C 19.65 mg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Spinach and Sun Dried Tomato Pasta is made with 9 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Grated Parmesan Cheese, Minced Garlic, Olive Oil, and Penne Pasta. Each serving provides about 332.6 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta made of?
- The main ingredients are Grated Parmesan Cheese, Minced Garlic, Olive Oil, Penne Pasta, Pine Nuts. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta?
- 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 332.6 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta healthy?
- Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 332.6 calories and 11.39 g of protein, or 23% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 478.3 mg (21% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.37 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, 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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