Lean Balsamic-glazed Duck Breast with Wholewheat Pasta, Spinach & Kale
Lean Balsamic-glazed Duck Breast with Wholewheat Pasta, Spinach & Kale brings Italian flavour to a plate that delivers 50g of protein for 635 kcal. A reliable weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 150g Duck Breast
- 130g pasta
- 80g spinach
- 80g kale
- 15g balsamic vinegar
- 5g honey
- 3g garlic
- 5g olive oil
- 20g rocket
Method
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Prep everything first: wash and trim the spinach and kale, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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Cook the wholewheat pasta in salted boiling water for 10-12 minutes until al dente; save a splash of pasta water.
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Pan-roast the duck breast for 4 minutes per side, then rest for 5 minutes and slice thinly.
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Simmer the balsamic vinegar with honey and garlic for 2-3 minutes until syrupy. Drizzle over the protein and veg.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the spinach and kale for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the plate: wholewheat pasta first, then the veg and duck breast, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the rocket.
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