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Pasta Primavera

URL: https://www.wellplated.com/pasta-primavera/

Ingredients

The pasta

  • 6 ounces whole wheat cavatappi pasta

The vegetables

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small shallot, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
  • 1 red bell pepper, cored and cut into matchsticks
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cored and cut into matchsticks
  • 1 pound asparagus, ends snapped and cut diagonally
  • 1 cup frozen peas

The seasonings and sauces

  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup whole milk Greek yogurt
  • Chopped fresh parsley, tarragon, or basil for serving

Instructions

  1. Boil salted water and cook the pasta until al dente, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  2. Sauté the shallot in olive oil and butter for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the carrots and bell peppers, sautéing for 3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the asparagus, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, cooking until crisp-tender.
  5. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  6. Combine the drained pasta and peas with the sautéed vegetables.
  7. Mix in Parmesan and Greek yogurt, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately, topped with herbs and additional Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
6
Calories
310
Total fat
14g
Total carbohydrates
33g
Total protein
14g
Sodium
20mg
Cholesterol
25mg

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