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Asparagus Pesto Pasta

Ingredients
  • 1 lb. asparagus  

  • 8 oz. whole wheat rotini pasta 

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil  

  • 2 tsp. garlic powder  

  • 1 tsp. ground black pepper

  • ½ cup basil pesto 

  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienne cut  

  • 1/3 cup feta cheese

Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Wash hands with soap and water. Wash asparagus and trim off tough ends. Toss asparagus with olive oil, garlic, and pepper. Roast for 8-12 minutes or until tender. Once cooled, cut into one-inch bite-size pieces. Set aside.  

  1. Boil pasta until tender or as directed on the box. Drain and rinse pasta with cool water.  

  1. Place tomatoes in a microwave-safe bowl, cover with water, and heat for 1-2 minutes until rehydrated.  

  1. Combine pasta, asparagus, pesto, tomatoes, and feta cheese in a bowl. Serve warm or cold. 

    Yield: 9 Servings 

    Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days.

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Total Time
35 min
Prep Time
29 min
Servings
9
Nutrition Facts

Calories: 190

Fat: 9 grams 

Saturated Fat: 2.5 grams 

Sodium: 235 milligrams 

Carbohydrate: 25 grams 

Fiber: 5 grams 

Added sugar: 0 grams 

Protein: 7 grams