One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with White Beans and Spinach
Creamy pasta cooked with tomatoes, white beans, and fresh spinach in a single pot for effortless weeknight cooking. This italian-inspired one pot (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs penne pasta, white beans, vegetable broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed white beans
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and oregano; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add penne, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), and white beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Add spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Step 4: Season with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with White Beans and Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with White Beans and Spinach?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep penne pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with White Beans and Spinach?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with White Beans and Spinach for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with White Beans and Spinach vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
A wonderful dish that came together in minutes. The white beans added a nice protein boost without overpowering the tomato.
- ★★★★★
This was the perfect weeknight dinner! The creaminess from the beans was divine and my kids loved the spinach hidden in the sauce.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the recipe, but the tomatoes were slightly bland for my taste. Next time I'll add a pinch of sugar.
