Description
This Beans and Greens Sausage Pasta is not only healthy but also bursting with flavor, making it a delightful meal option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 2 cups canned beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute.
- Stir in the kale and cook until wilted.
- Add the beans, broth, and cooked pasta. Stir well and cook until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for easy meals during the week.
- Feel free to substitute the sausage with a plant-based option for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg