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Spring Vegetable Pasta

Delicious Spring Vegetable Pasta: Fresh, Light, and Vibrant!

Celebrate spring with this vibrant Spring Vegetable Pasta, bursting with seasonal veggies and zesty flavors, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 ounces Pasta Your choice of shape (e.g., spaghetti, penne)
For the Vegetable Medley
  • 2-3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 cup Asparagus Trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Peas Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 2 cups Spinach Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Spring Vegetable Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. While the pasta cooks, wash and chop your fresh spring vegetables including asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and peas.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped asparagus and sauté for about 3 minutes until they soften.
  4. Add peas and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, stirring frequently for an additional 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
  5. When your pasta is cooked, drain it, reserving a small cup of the starchy pasta water. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with sautéed vegetables.
  6. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and add a splash of reserved pasta water, stirring to create a light sauce that coats the pasta and veggies.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm with crusty bread or a simple side salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Always opt for seasonal vegetables for the best flavor; avoid overcooking to retain the crunch of vegetables.

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