Shells With Peas, Carrots, and Mint

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
73%
Shells With Peas, Carrots, and Mint
24 min.
6
379kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with a vibrant and nourishing dish that celebrates the delightful combination of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Our Shells With Peas, Carrots, and Mint is not just a meal; it’s an explosion of flavors that brings a touch of the garden to your table. Perfectly crafted for those who seek a dairy-free option without compromising on taste or health, this recipe boasts an impressive health score of 73, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious individuals.

In just 24 minutes, you’ll create a colorful medley of steamed peas, tender baby carrots, and fragrant mint, all beautifully enveloped in al dente medium shells. This dish serves six, making it ideal for family lunches or as a refreshing side dish at gatherings. With a calorie count of just 379 per serving, you can enjoy this hearty meal guilt-free. The secret lies in roasting the carrots to perfection while combining the elements of earthy, sweet, and savory flavors.

Whether you're looking for a standout main course or a delightful side to complement your protein, Shells With Peas, Carrots, and Mint is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Let this vibrant dish inspire your next culinary adventure and bring joy to your dining table!

Ingredients

  • bunch baby carrots trimmed halved
  • 0.3 cup torn mint leaves fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1.5 cups peas frozen
  • pound shells 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions in salted water; reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
  3. Add peas during last 2 minutes of cooking; drain pasta and peas and return to pot.
  4. While pasta cooks, toss carrots on a large rimmed baking sheet with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper. Roast carrots 15-18 minutes; toss pasta, reserved pasta water, and peas with carrots, mint, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil in pot. Divide among 6 bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Calories379kcal
Protein13.14%
Fat14.5%
Carbs72.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.39
Glycemic Load
24.09
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.678260989811%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.58mg
Hesperetin
0.19mg
Apigenin
0.11mg
Luteolin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:378.65kcal
18.93%
Fat:6.07g
9.34%
Saturated Fat:0.9g
5.63%
Carbohydrates:68.13g
22.71%
Net Carbohydrates:61.32g
22.3%
Sugar:7.64g
8.49%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:65.52mg
2.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.37g
24.75%
Vitamin A:10699.46IU
213.99%
Selenium:49.11µg
70.15%
Manganese:0.98mg
48.86%
Fiber:6.81g
27.24%
Vitamin C:17.05mg
20.66%
Phosphorus:204.4mg
20.44%
Copper:0.36mg
18.17%
Vitamin K:18.92µg
18.02%
Magnesium:61.03mg
15.26%
Folate:59.56µg
14.89%
Iron:2.3mg
12.8%
Potassium:445.5mg
12.73%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.57%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.49%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.46%
Zinc:1.66mg
11.09%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.36%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.71%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.35%
Calcium:53.54mg
5.35%
Source:My Recipes