Sweet Pea And Potato Pasta

Health score
28%
Sweet Pea And Potato Pasta
15 min.
4
497kcal

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Sweet Pea and Potato Pasta is a delightful and fresh take on a classic pasta dish, perfect for those looking for a quick yet satisfying meal ready in just 15 minutes. Combining tender Yukon gold potatoes with sweet garden peas, this recipe offers a wonderful blend of textures and flavors that feel both comforting and vibrant. The use of fettuccine creates a hearty base that perfectly holds the light coating of extra-virgin olive oil, ensuring every bite is luscious without being heavy.

This dish stands out not only for its taste but also for its simplicity and nutrition. With around 497 calories per serving, it strikes a great balance between carbs, fats, and proteins, making it suitable as a side dish, lunch, or even a main course. The addition of scallions adds a mild, fresh onion flavor that lifts the entire dish, while the grated Parmesan lends a nutty richness that complements the subtle sweetness of the peas and the buttery texture of the potatoes.

What makes this recipe especially appealing is how it celebrates seasonal produce, making it a fantastic way to enjoy fresh garden peas when they’re at their peak. The straightforward cooking process involves simmering potatoes and peas together, which infuses the peas with a gentle earthiness and ensures everything comes together beautifully. Whether you’re a busy home cook seeking a quick weeknight meal or a food lover eager to explore simple ingredient combinations, Sweet Pea and Potato Pasta delivers a delicious, wholesome experience that’s sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fettuccine barilla ()
  • servings kosher salt and pepper 
  •  olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup parmesan grated
  • cups garden peas in their pods shelled
  •  scallions trimmed chopped
  • 0.5 pound yukon gold potatoes cut into 1-inch pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  2. Drain the pasta, return it to the pot, and toss with 4 tablespoons of the oil. While the pasta cooks, place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a simmer.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon salt and cook until tender, about 12 minutes. Shell the peas. When the potatoes have 2 minutes left to cook, add the peas to the pot.
  4. Drain the vegetables and transfer to the pot with the pasta. Stir in the scallions, 1/4 cup Parmesan, the remaining oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Divide among individual bowls and top with the remaining Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories497kcal
Protein17.59%
Fat16.04%
Carbs66.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.77
Glycemic Load
35.86
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.973043462505%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.7mg
Quercetin
2.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:496.99kcal
24.85%
Fat:8.88g
13.66%
Saturated Fat:3.33g
20.84%
Carbohydrates:82.68g
27.56%
Net Carbohydrates:74.03g
26.92%
Sugar:6.67g
7.41%
Cholesterol:79.94mg
26.65%
Sodium:421.84mg
18.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.92g
43.83%
Selenium:71.41µg
102.02%
Manganese:1.14mg
57.15%
Vitamin K:57.86µg
55.1%
Vitamin C:43.55mg
52.79%
Phosphorus:409mg
40.9%
Fiber:8.65g
34.62%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.5%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
24.79%
Magnesium:95.4mg
23.85%
Folate:93.26µg
23.31%
Copper:0.46mg
23.03%
Calcium:215.79mg
21.58%
Zinc:3.11mg
20.74%
Vitamin B3:4.03mg
20.14%
Potassium:684.36mg
19.55%
Iron:3.5mg
19.46%
Vitamin A:885.57IU
17.71%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.49%
Vitamin B5:1.09mg
10.89%
Vitamin B12:0.4µg
6.61%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.05%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.12%
Source:My Recipes