Penne with Tofu-Basil Pesto

Penne with Tofu-Basil Pesto
Penne with Tofu-Basil Pesto might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 11g of protein, 12g of fat, and a total of 271 calories. 1 person found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. If you have lemon juice, olive oil, basil leaves, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Combine first 8 ingredients in a food processor or blender, and process until smooth.
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Place pesto in a small nonstick skillet; cook over low heat until warm.
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Remove from heat; keep warm.
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Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the mushrooms and shallots, and saut 4 minutes.
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Combine penne, pesto, and mushroom mixture in a large bowl; toss gently.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score29
Dish TypesSide Dish
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