High Protein Pasta with Peas
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and nourishing High Protein Pasta with Peas recipe—a perfect blend of comfort and nutrition. Featuring high-protein pasta made from lentils or chickpeas, this dish provides a satisfying boost of plant-based protein, while sweet green peas add a pop of color and freshness. The creamy, aromatic sauce crafted with sautéed onion, garlic, nutritional yeast, and a splash of lemon juice creates a harmonious medley of flavors, enhanced by fragrant fresh basil and optional Parmesan cheese for a gourmet touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy meal is ideal for fitness enthusiasts, vegetarians, or those simply searching for a wholesome dinner idea. Indulge in its delicious simplicity, knowing it delivers both flavor and fuel to keep you energized and satisfied. Perfect for meal prepping or enjoying fresh off the stove!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces High-protein pasta (e.g., lentil or chickpea pasta)
- 1 cup Frozen green peas
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the high-protein pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the pot. Drain pasta and peas and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Chop the onion and add to the skillet, sautéing until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet with the onion. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add vegetable broth to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine flavors.
Add the cooked pasta and peas to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
Chop fresh basil leaves and add them to the pasta, stirring gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.
Optional: Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving for additional flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2256 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.1 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.2 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 92.6 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 882 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2586 mg | 55% | |
*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.
