Springtime Spaghetti

Health score
7%
Springtime Spaghetti
40 min.
6
353kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Springtime Spaghetti, a vibrant and delectable dish that promises to enchant your taste buds. This recipe, crafted for 6 persons, is a splendid blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack. With a moderate calorie count of 353 kcal per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence.

Prepare to be amazed by the simplicity and elegance of this recipe. In under 40 minutes, you can create a masterpiece that will impress your family and friends. The star of this dish is, of course, the spaghetti, but it's the accompaniments that truly elevate it. Julienned carrots and zucchini, sautéed with garlic and a touch of butter, create a symphony of textures and tastes. The addition of heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese introduces a rich, indulgent dimension, while fresh dill adds a refreshing note, tying all the elements together.

Equipped with just a frying pan and a pot, this recipe is a testament to the idea that great cooking doesn't require complex techniques or exotic ingredients. It's the harmony of flavors and the warmth of preparation that truly matter. Whether you're looking for a light meal to enjoy on its own or a stellar side to accompany your main course, Springtime Spaghetti is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves, and let's create a dish that's as delightful as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • large carrots julienned
  • tablespoon optional: dill fresh chopped
  • teaspoons garlic minced
  • 0.8 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.8 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • ounces pasta like spaghetti 
  • large zucchini julienned

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, cook spaghetti for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  2. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the zucchini, carrots, and garlic until tender. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and dill. Cook and stir until thickened.
  3. Mix with the cooked spaghetti to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories353kcal
Protein11.86%
Fat47.64%
Carbs40.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.14
Glycemic Load
12.75
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.934347919796%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:352.9kcal
17.65%
Fat:18.86g
29.01%
Saturated Fat:11.34g
70.88%
Carbohydrates:36.08g
12.03%
Net Carbohydrates:33.3g
12.11%
Sugar:4.95g
5.5%
Cholesterol:54.53mg
18.18%
Sodium:288.41mg
12.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.57g
21.13%
Vitamin A:6789.13IU
135.78%
Selenium:29.49µg
42.13%
Manganese:0.52mg
26.09%
Phosphorus:203.7mg
20.37%
Calcium:161.63mg
16.16%
Vitamin C:12.31mg
14.92%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.54%
Potassium:396.88mg
11.34%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.22%
Fiber:2.78g
11.11%
Magnesium:40.88mg
10.22%
Zinc:1.42mg
9.47%
Copper:0.17mg
8.27%
Vitamin K:8.61µg
8.2%
Folate:28.77µg
7.19%
Vitamin B3:1.28mg
6.39%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.24%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.27%
Iron:0.91mg
5.04%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.99%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.74%
Vitamin D:0.54µg
3.59%
Source:Allrecipes