Turkey Pesto Pasta

By Rab Nawaz·Updated July 2026
Turkey Pesto Pasta is an easy, healthy recipe with 38g of protein and 625 calories per serving, ready in about 25 minutes. Below are the ingredients, step-by-step method, full macros and a meal-prep tip.
Turkey Pesto Pasta
Calories625 kcal
Protein38 g
Carbs56 g
Fat27 g
Time25 min
Makes4
high-proteinmeal-prep

Ingredients

Macros above are per serving.

Method

  1. Cook penne to al dente; reserve 0.5 cup pasta water and drain.
  2. Brown turkey with garlic in olive oil over medium-high, breaking it up, 6-7 min.
  3. Add tomatoes and spinach, cook 2 min until spinach wilts.
  4. Toss in pasta, pesto, parmesan and a splash of pasta water until creamy.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories625 kcal
Protein38 g
Carbs56 g
Fat27 g

Meal-prep tip

🥡 Divides into 4 hearty containers for 4 days; loosen with a little water on reheat as pesto pasta tightens when cold.

Frequently asked questions

How much protein is in Turkey Pesto Pasta?

Turkey Pesto Pasta has 38g of protein, 625 calories, 56g carbs and 27g fat per serving.

How long does Turkey Pesto Pasta take to make?

About 25 minutes, and it makes 4 servings.

Can I meal prep Turkey Pesto Pasta?

Divides into 4 hearty containers for 4 days; loosen with a little water on reheat as pesto pasta tightens when cold.

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