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Gluten-Free Green Goddess Pesto Pasta

Dive into spring with my Gluten-Free Green Goddess Pesto Pasta! This fresh and vibrant spring pasta combines the freshness of greens with the lean protein of ground turkey. Perfect for those focusing on protein, fiber, and managing blood sugar. Enjoy the delightful flavors of dill cilantro pesto, asparagus, broccoli, peas, and spinach, all wrapped in high-protein pasta.
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Servings: 4
Author: Teri-Ann Carty
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 400 grams gluten free gnocchi sardo
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • pinch chili flakes
  • ½ lb ground turkey
  • 4 cups broccoli roughly chopped
  • 10 asparagus spears trimmed and chopped
  • 1 cup peas frozen
  • 2 fistfuls baby spinach
  • ½-¾ cup dill cilantro pesto
  • 1 cup parmigiano cheese grated
  • 1 cup pasta water
  • sea salt and cracked pepper
  • fresh dill optional
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Boil water for pasta and heavily salt the water. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  • While pasta is cooking heat a large pan over medium high heat. Add olive oil, chili flakes and ground turkey. Season turkey with salt and pepper.
  • Add broccoli and asparagus to the pan stirring to combine. Add in frozen peas and season with salt and cracked pepper.
  • Add in spinach with a splash of pasta water. Add cooked pasta on top with a splash more pasta water. Stir mixture togehter.
  • Add pesto on top of pasta mixing gently to combine. Add half of the cheese, and remaining pasta water. Stir until well incorporated. Season well with salt and pepper.
  • Finish with fresh dill and more cheese if desired.

Notes

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Gluten-Free Green Goddess Pesto Pasta
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
604
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
31
g
48
%
Saturated Fat
 
8
g
50
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
10
g
Cholesterol
 
51
mg
17
%
Sodium
 
1093
mg
48
%
Potassium
 
640
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
 
51
g
17
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
33
g
66
%
Vitamin A
 
2009
IU
40
%
Vitamin C
 
95
mg
115
%
Calcium
 
430
mg
43
%
Iron
 
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Macros are provided as an estimate for convenience. Your final numbers will vary depending on ingredient brands, substitutions, and how you portion the recipe.