Healthy Pasta Primavera

November 17, 2021

How awesome is spring produce? Crispy vegetables like asparagus, nutritious broccoli, and peas making an aspect of this nutritious and Healthy Pasta Primavera. An easy recipe in a one pot that can be done with minimal preparation.

4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
8 ounces linguine, uncooked
1 piece small onion, halved and sliced thin
1 lb broccoli crowns, cut into large florets (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 lb asparagus, ends snapped off and cut into 2-inch pieces
4 ounces sliced white button mushrooms (about 1 cup)
4 pieces large cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, adjust according to spice tolerance
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup frozen peas
1 piece small handful fresh parsley, chopped (about 1/2 cup chopped)
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
Additional salt and pepper to taste
Additional Parmesan cheese for serving, if desired

Put the broth, linguine, onion, broccoli, asparagus, mushrooms, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to a large pot. Set over high heat. Drizzle the olive oil over the top.
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Nutritions

Calories
366

Sodium
2278mg
94% DV

Fat
23g
35% DV

Protein
22g
45% DV

Carbs
12g
4% DV

Fiber
5g
21% DV