Heart Healthy Recipes

Sun-Dried Tomato and Walnuts
Tossed with Penne Pasta

Sun-Dried Tomato and Walnuts Penne Pasta

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 2 cloves pressed garlic
  • 1/3 cup lightly toasted, chopped walnuts
  • 3/4 cup minced, bottled sun-dried tomatoes, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 8 ounces extra-firm tofu
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions.
  2. As the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce.
  3. Place the pressed garlic in a large bowl.
  4. Add the walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, oil and basil.
  5. Mash in the tofu and mix well with a spoon.
  6. When the pasta is ready, drain, and add to the mixture in large bowl.
  7. Toss all ingredients until pasta is well-coated.
  8. Pour onto a platter and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition

Per serving provides approximately: 279 calories, 13g protein, 22g carbohydrates, 3g fiber, 17g fat (2g saturated), 19mg cholesterol, 63mcg folate, 3mg iron, 135mg sodium

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: Wheat Foods Council



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