Light Pasta Primavera Recipe

Name: Light Pasta Primavera
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta; 4 tablespoons butter; 8 ounces sliced mushrooms; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 9 baby carrots, julienne cut; 4 cups broccoli (or asparagus, snow peas, etc); 1/2 cup vegetable broth; 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon dried basil; salt and pepper, to taste; parmesan cheese, to taste sprinkled on top

Servings: persons

1 lb penne pasta
4 tablespoons butter
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon minced garlic
9 baby carrots, julienne cut
4 cups broccoli (or asparagus, snow peas, etc)
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper, to taste
parmesan cheese, to taste sprinkled on top

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Prepare vegetables; julienne cut the carrots, chop broccoli, snow peas, asparagus. Whichever vegetables you like will work wonderfully in this dish.
3
Steam the vegetables for a about 5 minutes.
4
In a very large skillet (or even a wok), saute the mushrooms and garlic in the butter for about 4 minutes.
5
Add the steamed vegetables to the sauteed mushrooms.
6
Add the broth, lemon juice, sugar, pepper flakes, basil, and salt and pepper to the skillet and toss for a minute or two.
7
Add the cooked and drained pasta, incorporate with the vegetables.

721

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb penne pasta, 4 tablespoons butter, 8 ounces sliced mushrooms, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Light Pasta Primavera falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Light Pasta Primavera

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