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Pasta Primavera
This Pasta Primavera recipe consists of warm penne bursting with roasted vegetables and parmesan. A flavorful pasta dish ready in a flash and packed with fresh, healthy veggies. A simple one pot dish that's ready in only 30 minutes.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 512 kcal
Course:
Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
Italian , American
Ingredients
- 10 ounce penne uncooked
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 pound asparagus fresh, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cups mushrooms sliced
- 1 small zucchini halved lengthwise and sliced
- 1 medium carrot shredded
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1 lemon cut in wedges
Instructions
- Cook the penne according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the asparagus, mushrooms and zucchini to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add the shredded carrot, tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, stir and cook for another minute until the tomatoes begin to soften.
- Stir in the cooked penne, ½ cup of the cheese and some pasta water as needed. Serve and top with remaining Parmesan cheese and lemon wedges.
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Notes
- Pasta Choice: Penne is used in this recipe, but feel free to substitute with any pasta shape you prefer, such as fettuccine or linguine.
- Vegetable Variations: This recipe is very versatile. Feel free to add or substitute vegetables according to what's in season or your personal preferences.
- Cheese Options: Freshly grated Parmesan adds a rich flavor, but you can also try Romano or Asiago for different nuances.
- Heat Adjustment: The red pepper flakes add a hint of heat, but you can adjust the amount to taste or omit them entirely if you prefer a milder dish.
- Lemon Serving: Serving with lemon wedges adds a fresh citrus note. Encourage guests to give a light squeeze over their dish to brighten the flavors.
- Gluten-Free: For a gluten-free version, use a suitable gluten-free pasta and check the other ingredients to ensure they meet your dietary requirements.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
512kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
73g
(24%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Cholesterol
17mg
(6%)
Sodium
726mg
(30%)
Potassium
975mg
(28%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
4089IU
(82%)
Vitamin C
49mg
(54%)
Calcium
400mg
(40%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 512
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 512kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 73g | 24% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 726mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 975mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 4089IU | 82% |
| Vitamin C | 49mg | 54% |
| Calcium | 400mg | 40% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.