Pasta Primavera

Health score
17%
Pasta Primavera
45 min.
6
249kcal

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Pasta Primavera is a vibrant and delightful dish that brings the fresh flavors of spring right to your plate. Perfect as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer, this recipe serves six and is ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for both casual family dinners and elegant gatherings. What makes this recipe truly special is its colorful medley of crisp asparagus, sweet carrots, and tender snow peas, all tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine. The combination of fresh vegetables not only adds a pleasing crunch and texture but also ensures that every bite bursts with wholesome goodness.

The preparation involves lightly blanching the vegetables for just a couple of minutes, preserving their natural vibrancy and nutrients. Sauteed onion and garlic then infuse the dish with a subtle aromatic base, while a splash of dry white wine elevates the flavors with a gentle hint of acidity and complexity. Fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese add bright, savory notes that bring the entire dish together beautifully. With just a touch of olive oil and simple seasoning, Pasta Primavera is a healthful, flavorful, and satisfying meal that offers around 249 calories per serving and a balanced nutritional profile packed with carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Whether you’re looking for a light, veggie-packed pasta or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this Pasta Primavera recipe is a timeless classic that celebrates the essence of fresh produce. It’s not only easy to prepare but also adaptable, making it perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome and elegant pasta dish that’s just as enjoyable warm or at room temperature. Dive into the refreshing taste of spring with every forkful!

Ingredients

  • cups asparagus diagonally sliced (1-inch)
  • cups carrots sliced
  • cups fettuccine barilla hot cooked uncooked ( 10 ounces pasta)
  • tablespoons cooking wine dry white
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • ounces parmesan cheese fresh divided grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 cups snow peas 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Drop the first 3 ingredients into a large saucepan of boiling water; cook 2 minutes.
  2. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  4. Add onion and garlic; saute 2 minutes or until tender.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Add asparagus mixture, fettuccine, 1/4 cup cheese, parsley, wine, salt, and pepper; toss well. Top with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories249kcal
Protein16.71%
Fat25.81%
Carbs57.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.64
Glycemic Load
14.46
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.881738984067%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
3.21mg
Kaempferol
0.85mg
Myricetin
0.41mg
Quercetin
9.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:248.77kcal
12.44%
Fat:7.15g
11.01%
Saturated Fat:2.36g
14.73%
Carbohydrates:35.86g
11.95%
Net Carbohydrates:31.48g
11.45%
Sugar:4.98g
5.53%
Cholesterol:36.3mg
12.1%
Sodium:384.07mg
16.7%
Alcohol:0.51g
100%
Alcohol %:0.26%
100%
Protein:10.43g
20.85%
Vitamin A:8039.19IU
160.78%
Vitamin K:73.27µg
69.78%
Selenium:28.21µg
40.3%
Vitamin C:24.34mg
29.51%
Manganese:0.58mg
29.16%
Phosphorus:203.02mg
20.3%
Fiber:4.38g
17.51%
Calcium:169.24mg
16.92%
Iron:2.53mg
14.07%
Folate:55.94µg
13.98%
Copper:0.24mg
12.07%
Magnesium:46.66mg
11.67%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.61%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.42%
Potassium:366.75mg
10.48%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.85%
Vitamin E:1.44mg
9.58%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.39%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.73%
Vitamin B3:1.5mg
7.52%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.43%
Source:My Recipes