Vegetarian

Cheesy Kale Pasta

Cheesy Kale Pasta perfect light dish that is both healthy and filling that comes together in under 30 minutes.

  • Prep15 min
  • Cook15 min
  • Total30 min
  • Makes4 servings
  • Calories532
Cheesy Kale Pasta

Method

  1. 1

    Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add salt to the water.

  2. 2

    Add the pasta and cook until the pasta is al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and strain the pasta. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the kale, chickpeas, lemon juice and cheese and cook until the kale is wilted, about 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add the reserved pasta water and stir until everything is mixed well.

  6. 6

    Remove from the heat and garnish with more cheese, lemon juice and parsley.

  7. 7

    Serve warm with crusty bread. Store the leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Notes

If you like a bit of spice you can add crushred red pepper to the finished dish. Feel free to use mozzarella cheese, feta cheese or goat cheese in place of the Parmesan if you want.

Per serving

  • Carbs93 g
  • Protein21 g
  • Fat9 g
  • Fiber7 g

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