Healthy Green Pasta Sauce
Looking for a healthy, easy and filling dinner? This quick green pasta sauce is super versatile, hearty, and protein-packed.
Ingredients
- 6 oz soba noodles dry (170 g)
- 1 medium broccoli head cut into tiny florets
- 1 medium zucchini diced
- 1 onion diced
- 4 asparagus spears chopped
- ½ avocado cut into slices
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
Green Hummus Sauce
- ¾ cup hummus 185 g
- ½ cup pasta water 120 ml
- ¼ cup walnuts halved (25 g)
- 1 cup spinach chopped (30 g)
- 1 cup arugula chopped (20 g)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Once they are done, drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat a non-stick pan and add the broccoli, zucchini, onion and asparagus with a splash of water or olive oil.
- Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked but still textured. Season with ground black pepper and salt.
- Add all ingredients for the hummus sauce to a blender and blend to obtain a smooth, vibrant green sauce. Adjust to taste preferences.
- Divide the noodles, veggies, and sauce evenly between serving bowls. Squeeze lemon for additional brightness. You can leave it unmixed or mix if you prefer. Garnish with avocado slices. Enjoy!
Notes
- Any leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Enjoy them cold or reheat with a splash of water at your convenience.
- You can use any pasta or veggies of your choice for this recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 532kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 21g | Sodium: 426mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 7g