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