White Bean and Tomato Pasta
White Bean and Tomato Pasta pairs a lemon-garlic cannellini puree with tender penne for a luscious, velvety coating. Lightly warmed cherry tomatoes burst with sweetness against a gentle kick of red pepper flakes, while Parmesan adds a savory finish. Great for a weeknight dinner when you want something satisfying, protein-rich, and bright.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in White Bean and Tomato Pasta, 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
- 26 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 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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- 54
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Cook the pasta in the boiling water until cooked through but still slightly firm, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Meanwhile, puree the cannellini beans, the garlic, the lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
- 3
Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, the red pepper flakes, and the cherry tomatoes to a skillet. Cook over medium heat until the tomatoes are warmed, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- 4
Stir the pureed bean sauce into the skillet; stir in the Parmesan cheese and the pasta. Season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.
- Calories 389.73 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 14.8 g Good Source 30%
- Carbohydrate 55.59 g 20%
- Total Fat 12.1 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 2.58 g Moderate 13%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 5.83 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 363.93 mg Moderate 16%
- Dietary Fiber 9.59 g Good Source 34%
- Total Sugars 6.34 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 251.57 mg Moderate 19%
- Iron 4.07 mg Good Source 23%
- Potassium 465.29 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin A 147.4 mcg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin C 15.7 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.04 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
White Bean and Tomato Pasta is made with 9 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cannellini Beans, Cherry Tomato, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 389.73 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is White Bean and Tomato Pasta made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cannellini Beans, Cherry Tomato, Garlic, Lemon Juice. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make White Bean and Tomato Pasta?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 389.73 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is White Bean and Tomato Pasta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is White Bean and Tomato Pasta healthy?
- White Bean and Tomato Pasta has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 389.73 calories and 14.8 g of protein, or 30% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 363.93 mg (16% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.58 g (13% 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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