Within 20 minutes this healthy viral pasta sauce

We all know them: those days when you want to eat something delicious, but it has to be healthy and you don't want to spend too long working as a kitchen princess. Well, it's mega difficult to come up with something original, because you quickly end up with those basic pastas or boring salads. Watch and learn, because this green power pasta - which is going completely viral on TikTok - is ready in 20 minutes and is packed with protein and healthy fibers.

All healthy ingredients

For a healthy recipe, you naturally only use pure natural ingredients, so also for this pasta sauce.

• A pasta to taste: Whole grain pasta is often the best choice, but especially choose something that you like.
• Spinach: Packed with iron and vitamin A, good for your immune system and your energy levels. So you will definitely be found in the gym after eating this pasta.
• Zucchini: Light and fiber-rich. A zucchini helps your body absorb the nutrients better.
• Pesto: Blend basil, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and pine nuts together – or you can just buy a jar in the store, just as easy. The healthy fats in olive oil give you a long-lasting feeling of fullness.
• Garlic
• As a topping: Burrata: Yes, burrata makes everything better. No less than 36 grams of protein in 100 grams of burrata. Mega good for your muscles and bones.
• As a topping: Arugula and Pine Nuts: The arugula provides a refreshing kick, while the pine nuts give a nice bite – and they are also there for decoration. Rich in antioxidants and well, what is that not good for?

Ready in no time: a healthy pasta in 20 minutes

Cook your favorite pasta for as long as stated on the package and season the water with salt, tip: Cook the pasta 1 minute shorter than stated on the package. When you add the pasta to the sauce, it will cook a little further.
While the pasta is cooking, make the sauce. Stir-fry or steam the spinach until it is soft. Put the zucchini in the oven for about 12 minutes at 200 degrees (or use an air fryer). Blend the spinach, zucchini, pesto, and garlic together. I can hear you thinking: “But Keesje, how much should I use of everything?” That's entirely up to you and your taste. Personally, I would recommend using 100 grams of spinach, half a zucchini, and 2 tablespoons of pesto for 2 people.
If you want, you can add olive oil, pepper, and salt to enhance the flavor of the sauce.
Mix the sauce with the cooked pasta and add some pasta water if necessary to make the sauce creamier. Save a bit of that water for the next day; when you mix that water into the pasta, it will be just as deliciously creamy as the day before.

Your own twist on the green pasta sauce

This dish is perfect for anyone who enjoys experimenting with cooking. Do you love extra vegetables? Then add some extra avocado or broccoli to the sauce. And take some cheese: parmesan in the sauce makes it even creamier and fuller in flavor. Do you want to make the sauce extra creamy? Then add some cooking or whipping cream.

Top your pasta with a ball of burrata. It not only makes your pasta tastier but also more nutritious. You can even choose a vegan variant or add a scoop of hummus for that creamy texture.

5-star worthy dish

Presentation is key. And with this green pasta, you definitely want to impress. You can not only make it healthy, but you can also dress it up chicly. Twirl the pasta nicely on a large plate, sprinkle some arugula over it, and garnish with the pine nuts. Make sure to carefully place the burrata on top, on the bed of arugula, so that the creamy inside comes out as soon as you cut into it. A few drops of olive oil on top and a little black pepper for the finishing touch.

What are we drinking with it? For a healthy option, lemon water with ice is perfect – you probably make lemon water wrong, Sorting out your pantry. Correction: decluttering.. And for the wine lovers: a light, fresh Sauvignon Blanc pairs perfectly with this pasta. Enjoy and wine them!