Parmesan Pasta and Veggies Recipe

Name: Parmesan Pasta and Veggies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Penne Pasta; 1/4 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning (basil, Oregano, Parsley); 2 cups Broccoli, Fresh Or Frozen; 2 cups Bell Pepper Strips (fresh Or Frozen); 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 whole Lemon, Zest And Juice; 1 cup Frozen Peas; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Cook the pasta according to box directions, reserving one cup of the cooking water before draining.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the garlic in the olive oil and Italian seasoning for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is tender.
3
After the garlic is tender add the broccoli and bell peppers to the pan and cook for 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
4
When the veggies are done stir in the drained pasta.
5
Add the Parmesan cheese, reserved cooking water, lemon juice and zest, and salt and pepper.
6
Stir until everything is combined.
7
Finally stir in the frozen peas and cook for a few more minutes until the cheese is melted, the peas are warm, and everything is well combined.
8
Serve the pasta, topping with extra cheese if desired.

798

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Penne Pasta, 1/4 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 3 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 Tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning (basil, Oregano, Parsley), and more.

Yes, Parmesan Pasta and Veggies 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Parmesan Pasta and Veggies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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