Best 9 Pork Spinach Pasta Toss Recipes

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Pork spinach pasta toss is an incredibly versatile and flavorful dish that can be whipped up in no time. With its juicy pork, vibrant spinach, and tender pasta, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe will provide you with a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH AND PORK TENDERLOIN PASTA TOSS



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Here's our tried-and-true way of making new spinach lovers: Serve it up in a pasta with pork tenderloin and a rich, creamy sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 oz. rotini pasta, uncooked (2 cups dry)
1 cup chopped onion
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) chicken broth
1 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 lb. pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 bag (6 oz.) baby spinach
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package; keep warm. Lightly spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat on medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 5 to 7 min. or until softened. Add cream cheese, broth, mustard and pepper; cook until heated through.
  • Add pork; cover. Reduce heat to low; cook 10 to 12 min. or until pork is cooked through.
  • Drain pasta. Immediately add to skillet along with spinach. Toss until spinach is wilted.Serve topped with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 36 g

SPINACH-PASTA TOSS



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Toss spinach, tomatoes, cheese and penne pasta for spinach pasta. With ingredients this good, you don't need much else for this quick Spinach Pasta Toss.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked
1 cup water
1 pkg. (9 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Italian* Three Cheese Blend

Steps:

  • Bring tomatoes, pasta and water to boil in large saucepan; stir. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min. or just until pasta is tender.
  • Add half the spinach; simmer, covered, 2 min. or just until wilted. Stir. Repeat with remaining spinach.
  • Serve topped with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

PORK AND PASTA



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"A quick stovetop recipe that's great for using up leftover pork loin or those cooked chops sitting in the fridge. Used as a main dish, you can count on two generous servings." Janice Kennedy - Sayville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1/2 pound boneless pork loin chops, cut into thin strips
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon canola oil, divided
1-1/2 cups cut fresh green beans
2 celery ribs, sliced
4-1/2 teaspoons chopped onion
3 tablespoons water
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry pork in 1/2 teaspoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In the same pan, stir-fry the beans, celery and onion in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add the water, soy sauce and reserved pork; heat through. Drain pasta; stir in butter until melted. Add pork mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK- SPINACH PASTA TOSS



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A light yet filling meal ready in less than 30 minutes. I found this online and tweaked it to fit our diets.

Provided by ValkyrieQueen

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb spaghetti, whole wheat
1/4 cup vinaigrette dressing, balsamic
1 lb pork, tenderloin, cut into bite sized pieces
1 cup onion, red, chopped
3 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups tomatoes, cherry, halved
1/3 cup chicken broth, low sodium
10 ounces spinach, leaves
1 cup cheese, Italian blend

Steps:

  • Boil pasta.
  • Heat 2 Tbs of vinaigrette, add pork and brown.
  • Add broth and remaining vinaigrette.
  • Add onions, cook until glossy.
  • Add spinach, cover to wilt.
  • Add tomatoes, cook until warmed.
  • Drain and toss in pasta, add 1/2 cup cheese and mix lightly.
  • Plate adding remaining cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673.2, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 115.5, Sodium 468, Carbohydrate 56.7, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 5.3, Protein 50

TOMATO AND SPINACH PASTA TOSS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked
1/2 lb. Italian sausage
1 pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a Touch of PHILADELPHIA
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • 1. COOK pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • 2. MEANWHILE, cook sausage in deep large skillet on medium-high heat 10 to 12 min. or until done, stirring occasionally.
  • 3. Drain; return sausage to skillet.
  • 4. Add spinach and tomatoes; cook 2 min. or until spinach is wilted, stirring occasionally.
  • 5. DRAIN pasta; return to pan.
  • 6. Add sausage mixture and cheeses; mix lightly.
  • Substitute
  • Substitute ground beef or turkey for the Italian sausage.
  • Substitute
  • Prepare using penne pasta.
  • Substitute
  • Prepare using regular KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese.
  • Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 240
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg
  • Total fat: 10 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Carbohydrate: 24 g
  • Dietary fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 14 g

SPINACH PENNE TOSS



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Spinach provides a delicious base for all the wonderful flavor combinations found in Kierste Wade's hearty salad. The Midland, Michigan reader writes, This salad is perfect for so many different occasions, including when company comes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, sliced
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
3/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute red pepper and onion in 1 tablespoon oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. , Drain pasta and place in a serving bowl. Add the red pepper mixture, spinach, bacon, feta cheese and tomatoes. , In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, pepper, salt and remaining oil. Drizzle over pasta mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PORK LINGUINE TOSS



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With crisp asparagus and sweet red pepper, this bold dish is fanciful enough to serve to company, yet family-pleasing as well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked linguine
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 pound honey-mustard center cut pork loin fillet, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 teaspoons olive oil
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions, stirring in red pepper during the last 6 minutes and asparagus during the last 3 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute pork in oil until juices run clear., In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Drain linguine mixture; add to skillet. Add dressing and toss to coat; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 calories, Fat 35g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 684mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SMART PORK-PASTA TOSS



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Whole wheat pasta, pork, tomatoes, onion and spinach tossed with bottled balsamic dressing. Easy summer meal. Recipe is from Kraft.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
1/4 cup kraft balsamic vinaigrette dressing, divided
1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup chopped red onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
6 cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • COOK spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 5 to 6 minute or until done, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  • ADD remaining dressing, onions and garlic to skillet; cook and stir 2 to 3 minute or until onions are crisp-tender. Add tomatoes; cook 1 minute Add broth and meat; stir. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally.
  • DRAIN spaghetti. Add to ingredients in skillet with the spinach and 1/2 cup cheese; mix lightly. Top with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.5, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 73.8, Sodium 104.1, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.8, Protein 34.1

PORK & TOMATO PASTA SAUCE



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"This is a favorite with my husband and two small children. Even my neighbors make it now. Simple ingredients, simple preparation, no fuss-just a great meal." -Jackie Hughes, Baltimore, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound bulk pork sausage
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1/2 cup julienned oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
Hot cooked fettuccine

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. , Stir in cream and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Serve with fettuccine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 calories, Fat 54g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 836mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked or leftover chicken or pork.
  • If you don't have spinach, you can use other leafy greens like kale, Swiss chard, or arugula.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as broccoli, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • If you want a creamy sauce, add a little milk or cream to the pan before adding the chicken or pork.
  • Serve the pasta toss with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Pork spinach pasta toss is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken or pork, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. This dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters, and it is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pork spinach pasta toss a try.

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