
A while back I made an Avocado Pesto Pasta and it was so creamy and flavorful. I was going for the same texture in this dish and it turned out so good! I picked up a jar of marinated artichoke hearts from Sprouts Farmers Market so they were the inspiration for this dish. I know spinach works great in Spinach & Artichoke dips so I added spinach, along with basil, garlic, walnuts, parmesan/romano blend cheese, and olive oil. This is by far my favorite pasta dish I’ve ever made. It has so much flavor, all the ingredients come together so well, and the little crunch you get from the walnuts is amazing! But the best part is that it’s super easy to make!

Spinach, Basil, & Artichoke Pesto Pasta
2015-03-05 14:57:17
Serves 4
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
135g
Servings
4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 468
Calories from Fat 219
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g
38%
Saturated Fat 4g
21%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 14g
Cholesterol 6mg
2%
Sodium 426mg
18%
Total Carbohydrates 50g
17%
Dietary Fiber 7g
26%
Sugars 2g
Protein 13g
Vitamin A
16%
Vitamin C
9%
Calcium
18%
Iron
26%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta of your choice
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 - 6 oz jar marinated artichoke hearts
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 10 large basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves (one if you don't like a strong garlic taste)
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons juice from artichoke hearts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to instructions on package.
- In a food processor or Vitamix blender add olive oil, artichoke juice, spinach, artichokes, basil, garlic, walnuts, cheese, salt, and pepper in that order. Blend about 30 seconds or until the desired consistency is reached.
- Once pasta is cooked, drain and return to pot. Spoon pesto over pasta and mix until everything is coated well.
- Plate and serve.
- Store leftovers in refrigerator. This dish is just as good reheated the next day!
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