Pasta with Peas, Cream, Parsley, and Mint

Health score
24%
Pasta with Peas, Cream, Parsley, and Mint
20 min.
8
503kcal

Suggestions

This pasta with peas, cream, parsley, and mint is a delightful dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a cozy weekend lunch. The combination of fresh herbs and creamy sauce creates a delicious and flavorful experience. The best part? It's ready in just 20 minutes! You'll be amazed at how a few simple ingredients can come together to create something so tasty and satisfying.

Imagine serving up a bowl of this pasta to your family or friends. The vibrant green peas and herbs add a pop of color to the dish, making it look as good as it tastes. Not to mention, the aroma of the mint and parsley will surely tantalize their taste buds. And don't forget the freshly grated Parmesan cheese—it adds a savory touch that takes this dish to the next level.

This recipe is also versatile. Feel free to add some grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal, or keep it as is for a delicious vegetarian option. It's a great dish to have in your back pocket, as it's simple yet impressive and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So, if you're looking for a new pasta recipe to add to your repertoire, this one is definitely worth a try!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce elbow pasta 
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.3 cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 2.3 cups parmesan cheese freshly grated for serving
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh italian divided chopped
  • 16 ounce peas frozen thaw (do not )

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid. Return pasta to pot.
  3. Meanwhile, bring cream to simmer in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add peas and simmer just until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Add 2 1/4 cups cheese and stir until melted and sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute. Stir in mint and 1/4 cup parsley.
  6. Pour sauce over pasta and toss to coat, adding pasta cooking liquid by tablespoonfuls if dry. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Transfer to bowl.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining parsley.
  9. Serve, passing additional Parmesan alongside.
  10. One serving contains the following: Calories (kcal) 529.41; % Calories from Fat 40.9; Fat (g) 24.08; Saturated Fat (g) 13.32; Cholesterol (mg) 73.45; Carbohydrates (g) 51.91; Dietary Fiber (g) 5.28; Total Sugars (g) 3.45; Net Carbs (g) 46.62; Protein (g) 25.03
  11. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories503kcal
Protein15.89%
Fat40.06%
Carbs44.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.79
Glycemic Load
19.24
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.683913043478%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.43mg
Hesperetin
0.14mg
Apigenin
8.16mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.56mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:503.46kcal
25.17%
Fat:22.43g
34.5%
Saturated Fat:13.12g
81.99%
Carbohydrates:55.49g
18.5%
Net Carbohydrates:50.21g
18.26%
Sugar:5.87g
6.52%
Cholesterol:66.49mg
22.16%
Sodium:511mg
22.22%
Protein:20.01g
40.02%
Vitamin K:77.29µg
73.61%
Selenium:47.82µg
68.31%
Manganese:0.8mg
39.96%
Phosphorus:371.48mg
37.15%
Vitamin C:28.34mg
34.35%
Vitamin A:1599.32IU
31.99%
Calcium:307.84mg
30.78%
Fiber:5.28g
21.13%
Zinc:2.87mg
19.1%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.66%
Magnesium:64.21mg
16.05%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.75%
Copper:0.29mg
14.46%
Folate:57.54µg
14.38%
Vitamin B3:2.27mg
11.34%
Iron:2.04mg
11.32%
Potassium:380.64mg
10.88%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.87%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.32%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.09%
Vitamin D:0.74µg
4.9%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.33%
Source:Epicurious