Protein-Packed Pasta
Indulge in this delightful protein-packed pasta that transforms your weeknight dinners into a culinary experience. With vibrant veggies and aromatic garlic, this dish not only satisfies your hunger but also fuels your body. Perfectly cooked in just under 30 minutes, it’s an easy recipe that will leave you and your family asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz protein pasta (chickpea or lentil-based)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add the protein pasta, and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- Sauté veggies: In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add bell peppers and zucchini; cook until tender.
- Combine: Drain the pasta, reserving some cooking water. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with vegetables, mixing well while adding reserved water as needed for creaminess.
- Season: Toss everything together with salt and pepper over medium heat for about two minutes.
- Finish with cheese: Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://homechefrecipes.com/protein-pasta/