Green and Gold Peas with Pasta
Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and wholesome Green and Gold Peas with Pasta recipe! Featuring tender linguine (or your choice of pasta), sweet green peas, and hearty golden peas, this dish is a delightful blend of color, texture, and flavor. Infused with the brightness of fresh lemon zest and juice, a hint of garlic, and a touch of heat from optional red chili flakes, every bite is a perfect harmony of savory and tangy notes. Finished with grated Parmesan, fresh parsley, and a silky sauce made from reserved pasta water, this recipe is quick, easy, and ready in just 30 minutes—perfect for a weeknight dinner packed with wholesome ingredients. Whether you’re looking for an elegant meatless main dish or a creative way to enjoy pantry staples like yellow split peas, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (linguine, spaghetti, or penne)
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup golden peas (yellow split peas, cooked)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in the green peas and golden peas. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green peas are bright and tender.
Add the lemon zest and juice to the skillet, stirring to combine. Season with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using).
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the pea mixture.
Gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, to create a light sauce that coats the pasta evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss to combine.
Serve the pasta hot, topped with the remaining Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.6 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.2 g | 251% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 190 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 6005 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.5 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 136.2 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2769 mg | 213% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1676 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
