Protein Packed Green and White Bean Tahini Pasta
Tender pasta tossed with protein-rich white beans, edamame, and sweet peas in a rich tahini and nutritional yeast dressing. Ready in 15 minutes, offering vibrant plant-based nourishment and satisfying fiber.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Jen + Lila
Jen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Store leftover pasta in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of water.
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Instructions
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Next: Bring a pot filled with 4 quarts…
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Bring a pot filled with 4 quarts…
Bring a pot filled with 4 quarts (3.8L) of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.
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Add the penne pasta to the boiling…
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente.
Look for: al dente
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Add the frozen edamame and frozen green…
Add the frozen edamame and frozen green peas to the boiling pasta water during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Place the tahini
Place the tahini, extra virgin olive oil, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and 2 tablespoons of hot pasta water in a wide mixing bowl.
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Whisk the dressing vigorously for 30 seconds…
Whisk the dressing vigorously for 30 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
Look for: completely smooth and creamy
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Drain the cooked pasta
Drain the cooked pasta, edamame, and peas, then transfer them directly into the bowl with the dressing.
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Add the rinsed cannellini beans and toss…
Add the rinsed cannellini beans and toss gently until every piece of pasta and bean is evenly coated with sauce.
Look for: every piece of pasta and bean is evenly coated with sauce
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Divide into a serving bowl and garnish…
Divide into a serving bowl and garnish with grated parmesan cheese if desired, then serve warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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