Fettuccine-Vegetable Toss

Health score
12%
Fettuccine-Vegetable Toss
28 min.
15
273kcal

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If you're in search of a delightful and vibrant dish that combines the richness of Alfredo sauce with fresh vegetables, look no further than this Fettuccine-Vegetable Toss! Ready in just 28 minutes, this recipe is perfect for entertaining a crowd or simply indulging in a delicious meal with friends and family. With its creamy texture and colorful medley of fresh spinach, carrots, and mushrooms, this dish not only pleases the palate but also brings a cheerful burst of color to your table.

As you sauté the fragrant garlic and fresh veggies, your kitchen will fill with mouthwatering aromas that are sure to whet your appetite. The fragrant basil and the optional garnishes of fresh herbs and grated cheese elevate the flavor profile, making each serving a restaurant-quality experience. Plus, the incorporation of whole grains and fresh produce means that you can enjoy this dish guilt-free, knowing it's nourishing as well as delicious!

This Fettuccine-Vegetable Toss is incredibly versatile: serve it as a hearty appetizer, a satisfying snack, or as a delightful antipasti that will impress your guests. Whether it's for a special occasion or a casual weeknight dinner, you'll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and time again. So grab your Dutch oven and let’s create a masterpiece that celebrates the beauty of vibrant ingredients in just under half an hour!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz alfredo sauce 
  • 12 oz baby spinach fresh washed
  •  carrots cut into 1/4-inch pieces ( 1 cup)
  • oz fettuccine barilla refrigerated
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon green onion finely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 15 servings parmesan cheese fresh grated chopped
  • 15 servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Prepare fettuccine according to package directions.
  2. Saut carrots in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in mushrooms, onion, and garlic, and saut 3 to 4 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
  3. Add spinach, and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until wilted. Stir in Alfredo sauce, cheese, basil, and hot cooked pasta, stirring just until blended. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or just until thoroughly heated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve immediately.
  5. Garnish, if desired.
  6. *1/2 (16-oz.) package fettuccine may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories273kcal
Protein23.38%
Fat52.62%
Carbs24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.72
Glycemic Load
5.86
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.269565235014%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
1.47mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:272.78kcal
13.64%
Fat:15.92g
24.5%
Saturated Fat:8.16g
51%
Carbohydrates:16.34g
5.45%
Net Carbohydrates:14.88g
5.41%
Sugar:1.85g
2.06%
Cholesterol:55.66mg
18.55%
Sodium:932.34mg
40.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.92g
31.84%
Vitamin K:114.85µg
109.39%
Vitamin A:3768.39IU
75.37%
Calcium:407.97mg
40.8%
Selenium:22.2µg
31.72%
Phosphorus:288.4mg
28.84%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.15%
Folate:55.8µg
13.95%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.51%
Magnesium:44.44mg
11.11%
Zinc:1.42mg
9.49%
Vitamin C:7.38mg
8.95%
Potassium:274.44mg
7.84%
Iron:1.33mg
7.4%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.26%
Copper:0.14mg
7.22%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.2%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.15%
Fiber:1.46g
5.84%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.64%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.16%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.6%
Source:My Recipes