Whole Grain Pasta with White Bean & Spinach Sauce

Whole Grain Pasta with White Bean & Spinach Sauce – creamy, wholesome, and satisfying. This nourishing pasta dish blends protein-rich white beans, fresh spinach, garlic, and cottage cheese into a velvety green sauce. Tossed with whole grain pasta and topped with chili flakes or Parmesan, it’s a simple, delicious meal packed with fiber and flavor. Perfect for a hearty lunch or comforting dinner, with an optional lemon zest finish for a bright twist.

Ingredients:

(serves 2)

150 g whole grain pasta

1 can white beans, drained and rinsed

2 cups fresh spinach

1 cup cottage cheese or vegan cheese

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

20 ml of water

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: grated Parmesan cheese or vegan cheese.

Instructions:

Chilli flakes for garnishI nstructions:

Cook the Pasta: Cook the whole grain pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Blend the Sauce: Add the beans, spinach, garlic, parsley, water, salt, and pepper into a blender. Blend until smooth.
Mix in Cottage Cheese or vegan cheese Add the cottage cheese to the blender and blend until well combined and creamy.
Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to a skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Transfer to serving plates and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese or vegan cheese and chilli flakes if desired.

Enjoy!