Garlic Scape Pesto on Spinach Linguine

Name: Garlic Scape Pesto on Spinach Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package spinach linguine; 0.5 pint grape tomatoes, cut into thirds; 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 0.5 cup garlic scapes, chopped; 0.33333334326744 cup olive oil; 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves; 4 sun-dried tomatoes; 0.5 lemon, juiced; salt and ground black pepper to taste; cooking spray; 1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves

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This is a light and fresh alternative to traditional pesto. Garlic scapes have a more mild garlic flavor. You can often find them at your farmers market, and they are inexpensive.

Recipe by jenndoll

Updated on January 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package spinach linguine
½ pint grape tomatoes, cut into thirds
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup garlic scapes, chopped
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
4 sun-dried tomatoes
½ lemon, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
cooking spray
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
While pasta boils, process grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic scapes, olive oil, basil leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon juice in a food processor until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
Prepare a large skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Cook spinach leaves in hot skillet until slightly wilted, about 3 minutes; add drained linguine and pesto sauce. Cook and stir to coat linguine is sauce and until everything is hot, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

185	Calories
14g	Fat
10g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 185
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g	18%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 207mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 10g	4%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 22mg	112%
Calcium 150mg	12%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 434mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.