Tofu Pesto Pasta Recipe

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Tofu Pesto Pasta
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Directions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, then transfer to a large serving bowl.
  2. Meanwhile, clean the mushrooms, discarding stems; cut into thin slices. Mince the onion and garlic. Core and seed the tomato, discarding liquid, then dice small. Squeeze out 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
  3. Combine basil and 1 tablespoon of oil in a blender or food processor. Pulse until well blended, then add another tablespoon of oil, tofu, and Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, saltn and pepper. Process until smooth. Pour into a large skillet and heat over low heat just until warmed through.
  4. In a separate skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the mushrooms give up their liquid and the onions are softened. Add to the pasta in the serving bowl. Add the tofu-pesto mixture to the pasta and toss well.
  5. Serve with diced tomato scattered over top like a garnish.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 446.76 Kcal (1870 kJ)
Calories from fat 178.71 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.86g 31%
Cholesterol 16.87mg 6%
Sodium 537.22mg 22%
Potassium 422.54mg 9%
Total Carbs 51.05g 17%
Sugars 2.11g 8%
Dietary Fiber 7.98g 32%
Protein 18.49g 37%
Vitamin C 10.7mg 18%
Iron 2.1mg 12%
Calcium 370mg 37%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 203.39 Kcal (852 kJ)
Calories from fat 81.36 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.04g 31%
Cholesterol 7.68mg 6%
Sodium 244.57mg 22%
Potassium 192.36mg 9%
Total Carbs 23.24g 17%
Sugars 0.96g 8%
Dietary Fiber 3.63g 32%
Protein 8.42g 37%
Vitamin C 4.9mg 18%
Iron 1mg 12%
Calcium 168.4mg 37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.8
    Points
  • 12
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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