Creamy Spinach Tomato Pasta with Turkey Bacon: Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and quick pasta dish featuring creamy spinach and tomatoes, complemented by turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking until the spinach wilts.
- Pour in the heavy cream and garlic powder; simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; mix well to combine.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute light cream.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Spinach Tomato Pasta, Pasta Recipes, Easy Weeknight Dinners