Zesty Spinach Pasta Toss
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A light, easy, one-pot pasta dish featuring chopped tomatoes and fresh spinach.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb whole wheat penne or similar-sized pasta
- 2 cans (14.5 oz ea) Italian style diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup 2% shredded Italian blend cheese
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring tomatoes, red pepper flakes, pasta, and broth to a boil.
- Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes (pasta should be almost cooked).
- Add half of the spinach, cover and simmer for 2 minutes or until the spinach has wilted.
- Stir the pasta and repeat with remaining spinach.
- Top each serving with cheese and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 380kcal |
| Total FatSaturated FatTrans Fat | 7g2g0g |
| Cholesterol | 15mg |
| Sodium | 470mg |
| Total CarbDietary FiberSugars | 64g9g4g |
| Protein | 16g |
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Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.