GUT HEALING GREENS CREAMY PASTA

This recipe uses a heap of nourishing vegetables for a hit of nutrients like vitamin c, vitamin a, manganese, potassium and b vitamins which are all required for gut function and glowing skin. Enjoy!

serves 2

INGREDIENTS:

For the pasta

2 servings of gluten-free pasta (my favourites are brown rice or lentil pasta)

For the sauce

1 cup broccoli florets

1 packed cup of any leafy greens (e.g. kale, mustard greens, swiss chard etc.)

1/2 cup peas

1 cup pasta water

1 cup cashews

1 heaped tsp sea salt

1 large garlic clove

HOW TO MAKE:

1. Cook the gluten-free pasta according to packet instructions in well salted water (for taste).

2. In the last 5 minutes of cooking add the broccoli, leafy greens and peas to soften.

3. Drain everything over a large bowl to retain the pasta water.

4. Then add the lightly cooked vegetables to a blender and cover the pasta with a lid.

5. Add the cashews, salt, garlic and pasta water to the blender.

6. Blend for 1-2 minutes until silky smooth, adding more pasta water to get things moving if needed.

7. Once smooth pour over the pasta and mix well.

8. Serve with a crack of black pepper, lemon juice and extra veggies like sweet tomatoes for extra deliciousness!