Pasta with Peas and Mint
Bright, fresh, and effortlessly elegant, this Pasta with Peas and Mint is a celebration of simple yet vibrant flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch, this recipe combines al dente pasta, tender sweet peas, and fragrant fresh mint for a dish that’s as aromatic as it is satisfying. A luscious garlic-butter base and a hint of zesty lemon elevate its flavor profile, while a sprinkle of Parmesan adds richness and depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan wonder strikes the perfect balance between comfort and freshness. Serve it with an extra sprinkle of cheese and a drizzle of olive oil for a restaurant-worthy finish! Keywords: pasta with peas, pasta with mint, quick dinner ideas, spring pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta (e.g., penne, spaghetti, or farfalle)
- 200 grams frozen peas
- 20 grams fresh mint leaves
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
Two minutes before the pasta is done, add the frozen peas to the boiling water with the pasta.
Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and peas in a colander.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure it doesn’t burn.
Add the cooked pasta and peas to the skillet. Toss to coat them in the garlic-butter mixture.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, reserved pasta water, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined and the sauce has coated the pasta evenly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and gently stir in the fresh mint leaves.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.0 g | 155% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 3233 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 56.0 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 716 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 845 mg | 18% | |
*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.
