Really Easy Yummy Healthy Pasta
Delight your taste buds with this "Really Easy Yummy Healthy Pasta" recipe, a quick and wholesome meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights! Featuring nutrient-packed whole wheat pasta and a vibrant medley of fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and spinach, this dish is a flavor-packed way to sneak in extra greens. The aromatic blend of garlic, olive oil, and a hint of red chili flakes adds a deliciously simple yet satisfying flair, while a drizzle of lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy pasta dish is ideal for meal preppers or anyone craving a guilt-free comfort food. Top with optional parmesan and fresh basil for an added layer of indulgence. Perfect for families or as a quick go-to for health-conscious foodies—you won't believe how easy it is to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams whole wheat pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 100 grams spinach, fresh
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 30 grams parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Add the cherry tomatoes and diced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt, about 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle the red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Mix well.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the vegetables. If the mixture seems dry, gradually add the reserved pasta water, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the pasta and mix well.
Serve hot, optionally topped with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 3116 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.0 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 541 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2231 mg | 47% | |
*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.
