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Healthy Vegetable Pasta Primavera

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A vibrant and nutritious pasta dish packed with colorful vegetables and a flavorful, emulsified sauce.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 oz bronze-cut spaghetti

Vegetables

  • 3/4 cup rainbow carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup asparagus, diagonally cut

Flavorings & Toppings

  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 3 tbsp toasted pine nuts
  • 1/3 cup cold-pressed EVOO
  • 1.5 cups reserved pasta water

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water; reserve 1 cup water before draining.
  • Sear carrots in 1 tbsp oil for 3 minutes, then add asparagus and sauté for 90 seconds.
  • Combine pasta, sautéed vegetables, and 1 cup reserved water in skillet; toss until sauce emulsifies (3-4 min).
  • Off heat, stir in lemon zest, nutritional yeast, and remaining oil.
  • Top with toasted pine nuts and serve.

Notes

Use fresh vegetables for best flavor and texture.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Vegetables