Lemony Kale Pasta
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- Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
For the dressing:2 cloves garlic, peeled1/2 t kosher salt1/2 c finely grated Parmesan cheese5 T extra virgin olive oiljuice of 2 lemons1/4 to 1/2 t red pepper flakesFreshly ground black pepper, to tasteFor the pasta:1 lb. whole grain pasta (I used a 14.5 oz. box of Barilla whole wheat penne)1 large bunch of kale, stems removedlemon slices for garnishadditional Parmesan, for serving (not in nutritional count)
Bring large pot of water for pasta. Meanwhile, make the dressing. Mince the garlic cloves. Sprinkle the minced garlic with the salt and smash into a paste with a fork or the side of a chef's knife. Transfer the garlic to a small bowl. Add in the Parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes and black pepper. Whisk until combined.
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. chope the kale into 1/2 in. ribbons. Add the kale to a large bowl and toss with the dressing to coat well. When the pasta is finished, drain well and let cool a minute or two. Toss the pasta with the kale and dressing until well coated. Served with sliced lemon and additional Parmesan as desired.
Serving Size: Approximately 8 - 1 1/2 c servings
Number of Servings: 8
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user AWOLF24.
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. chope the kale into 1/2 in. ribbons. Add the kale to a large bowl and toss with the dressing to coat well. When the pasta is finished, drain well and let cool a minute or two. Toss the pasta with the kale and dressing until well coated. Served with sliced lemon and additional Parmesan as desired.
Serving Size: Approximately 8 - 1 1/2 c servings
Number of Servings: 8
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user AWOLF24.
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 334.1
- Total Fat: 12.5 g
- Cholesterol: 4.9 mg
- Sodium: 280.6 mg
- Total Carbs: 6.1 g
- Dietary Fiber: 7.7 g
- Protein: 11.2 g
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