Spinach trottole with creamy hazelnut sauce
Creamy, nutty with all the good carbs and fats, this trottole's the perfect slow-burning energy recipe
A treat for lovers of Italian cuisine, this trottole with creamy hazelnut sauce will take your pasta repertoire to the next level.
Rich in slow-releasing carbs, it’s a comforting, substantial dish that can work well as a day-before-a-race option. It tastes even better with a fresh tomato salad.
Nuts for pasta? Try these variations…
Nutty vegan
Use roasted walnuts instead. Heat a tin of tomatoes and add the nuts, plus some capers and black olives. Season, then toss with vegan pasta.
Macadamia mad
For a treat, swap the hazelnuts for macadamias, the ricotta for cream and the parsley for sage. Top with toasted chopped macadamias.
The three Ps
Warm a jar of pesto, add peas (defrosted!) and a handful of toasted pine nuts. Toss with your pasta and serve with extra parmesan.
Kate Percy
Sports nutrition cook and author 
