How to Make Healthy Pasta Primavera - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to quick and satisfying meals, pasta is hard to beat. And when you add a variety of fresh, vibrant vegetables into the mix, you get a dish that is not only delicious but also nutritious. That's why Healthy Pasta Primavera is the perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty and wholesome meal.

With a medley of colorful vegetables such as bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and spinach, Healthy Pasta Primavera is packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fi...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole grain penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 small yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup shredded carrot
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Lemon wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in an extra-large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus, mushrooms, and squash; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, carrot, garlic, oregano, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes; cook until tomatoes begin to soften, about 1 minute.
  • Drain penne; stir into vegetable mixture along with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Top servings with remaining cheese and serve with lemon wedges.
  • Nutrition

    281 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 338mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 175mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 714mg