⏱ 25 min totalPesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus
Per 1 serving · 272 g · 9 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein23g19% of calories
- Carbs53g42% of calories
- Fat22g39% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus (272 g) has 477 calories, with 23 g of protein, 53 g of carbohydrates and 22 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (42% of calories). It is high in protein (47% DV), dietary fiber (38% DV) and Vitamin E (24% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 28% and 73% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein47%
- Dietary fiber38%
- Vitamin E24%
- Vitamin K71%
- Thiamine43%
- Riboflavin (B2)48%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Vitamin A19%
- Vitamin C10%
- Potassium15%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Saturated fat28%
- Cholesterol73%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
¼ lb Asparagus
½ tbsp Olive oil- 🥄¼ dash Salt
¼ dash Black pepper
¹⁄₁₆ cup Basil pesto
⅛ cup Sun-dried tomatoes
⅛ cup, diced Mozzarella cheese
1 extra large Egg
2 oz Whole wheat pasta
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat it with nonstick spray.
- 2
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain well.
- 3
Place the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine. Roast for 8-12 minutes, until tender but crisp. Let cool before cutting into 1-inch pieces.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the pasta, asparagus, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and mozzarella.
- 5
Serve immediately with a fried egg on top.
- 6
Enjoy!
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (272 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 171 μg | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 9 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D | 1 μg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 4 mg | 24% |
| Vitamin K | 85 μg | 71% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 43% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1 mg | 48% |
| Niacin | 5 mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 33% |
| Folate (B9) | 124 μg | 31% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 26% |
| Pantothenic acid | 2 mg | 37% |
| Choline | 192 mg | 35% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 244 mg | 24% |
| Iron | 6 mg | 78% |
| Potassium | 704 mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 127 mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 432 mg | 62% |
| Zinc | 3 mg | 31% |
| Copper | 1 mg | 66% |
| Manganese | 2 mg | 91% |
| Selenium | 64 μg | 116% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 10 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 551 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.4 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 1 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 5 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 3,098 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.5 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 9 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 5 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 110 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.3 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.1 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 1 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.3 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 1 μg | — |
Burning 477 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 90minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 57minCycling (moderate)
- 40minRunning (6 mph)
- 67minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus?
One serving of Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus (1 serving) has 477 calories, which works out to 176 calories per 100 g. That is about 24% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus high in protein?
It provides a solid 23 g of protein per serving (47% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 19% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 42 g of net carbs and 42% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus?
403 mg per serving.
How much sugar is in Pesto Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus?
5.5 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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