Passover Pasta Primavera

Health score
36%
Passover Pasta Primavera
55 min.
4
315kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Passover Pasta Primavera! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of fresh, seasonal vegetables that perfectly embody the spirit of spring. With a preparation time of just 55 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for family gatherings or festive occasions, serving up to four people.

Imagine the crispness of asparagus and the tender sweetness of zucchini, all sautéed to perfection and tossed with homemade matzo pasta. This recipe is a wonderful way to incorporate the traditional elements of Passover while introducing a modern twist that everyone will love. The addition of fresh scallions and optional peas adds layers of flavor and texture, making each bite a delightful surprise.

Not only is this dish visually stunning, but it also boasts a balanced nutritional profile, with a caloric count of 315 kcal per serving. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures that you’ll feel satisfied without compromising on taste. Topped with a sprinkle of Parmigiano-Reggiano, this Passover Pasta Primavera is sure to impress your guests and become a cherished addition to your holiday table.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that’s as delicious as it is meaningful. Let’s dive into the world of flavors and textures that this recipe has to offer!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound asparagus whole trimmed thinly sliced
  • large egg yolk 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • cup matzo meal 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated for serving
  • cup peas frozen
  •  spring onion white green thinly sliced
  • tablespoons water 
  • medium zucchini halved lengthwise thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • pot
  • baking pan
  • rolling pin
  • colander

Directions

  1. Stir together matzo meal and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Make a well in center and add eggs and yolk, then lightly beat eggs with a fork.
  2. Add water and oil and stir until dough just comes together. Knead dough 5 or 6 times. Form into a 5-inch square and put on a work surface dusted with potato starch, then dust dough with potato starch.
  3. Let stand 10 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, dust a large baking pan with some potato starch. Quarter dough.
  5. Roll out each piece on a surface dusted with potato starch until as thin as possible (1/16 inch thick) and about 10 by 8 inches, dusting rolling pin and surface of dough as needed. (If dough tears, patch it.) Using a pizza wheel or sharp knife, cut into long 1/2-inch-wide strips and transfer to pan in 1 layer along with any broken pieces of dough.
  6. Cook in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain pasta in a colander.
  7. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sautée asparagus, zucchini, peas (if using), white and pale green parts of scallions, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
  8. Add 1/2 cup reserved cooking water to vegetables and cook, shaking skillet occasionally, until vegetables are just tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in pasta and scallion greens until just coated with sauce.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in cheese and zest. Stir in more reserved water if desired.
  10. Serve with additional parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories315kcal
Protein14.99%
Fat34.65%
Carbs50.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.58
Glycemic Load
2.22
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.462608638017%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
3.23mg
Kaempferol
1.03mg
Quercetin
10.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:315.19kcal
15.76%
Fat:12.3g
18.92%
Saturated Fat:3.32g
20.75%
Carbohydrates:40.21g
13.4%
Net Carbohydrates:34.9g
12.69%
Sugar:5g
5.56%
Cholesterol:97.47mg
32.49%
Sodium:148.06mg
6.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.97g
23.95%
Vitamin K:76.46µg
72.82%
Vitamin C:30.48mg
36.94%
Selenium:21.72µg
31.02%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.38%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.23%
Folate:95.33µg
23.83%
Vitamin A:1171.32IU
23.43%
Phosphorus:216.11mg
21.61%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.36%
Fiber:5.32g
21.27%
Iron:3.64mg
20.24%
Calcium:158.73mg
15.87%
Vitamin B3:3.02mg
15.08%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.11%
Vitamin E:2.11mg
14.09%
Potassium:437.55mg
12.5%
Copper:0.24mg
12.22%
Magnesium:45.35mg
11.34%
Zinc:1.65mg
10.98%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.55%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.43%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.34%
Source:Epicurious