Low Fat Pasta with Peas
Indulge in a wholesome, guilt-free dinner with this Low Fat Pasta with Peas recipe—a quick, nourishing meal made in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender whole wheat pasta, vibrant green peas, a creamy low-fat milk and Parmesan sauce, and zesty lemon accents, this dish packs flavor without the extra calories. Garlic and fresh basil add a delightful aromatic touch, while a splash of reserved pasta water ensures the sauce is perfectly silky. Ideal for busy weeknights and health-conscious eaters, this satisfying pasta recipe is rich in fiber and bursting with fresh, bright flavors. Serve it warm and garnish with extra Parmesan for a comforting, yet light, culinary experience. Perfect keywords: "low-fat pasta recipe," "healthy pasta dinner," "quick pasta with peas."
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the frozen peas to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are heated through.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the low-fat milk, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, slowly add some of the reserved pasta water until it reaches the desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2002 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.4 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 51.5 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 856 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 986 mg | 21% | |
*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.
