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Pasta Primavera

A flavorful spring recipe that you and your family will savor. Use your favorite spring vegetables from your garden or local farmer’s market: kohlrabi, sugar snap peas, carrots, and asparagus are all delicious options.

bowl of pasta primavera

Makes: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound whole wheat pasta, uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 cups mixed spring vegetables, chopped (asparagus, peas, green beans)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. While pasta is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add vegetables and sauté until tender; stir constantly.
  4. Add tomatoes and sauté 2 more minutes.
  5. Toss vegetables with noodles and butter.
  6. Add seasonings; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Recipe from: Utah State University Cooperative Extension, adapted by the USDA Food and Nutrition Administration.