Tag: penne

Penne pasta with tomatoes and peas is a vegetarian option that’s quick, light and super simple. This dish is a winner at any meal!

Penne Pasta with Tomatoes and Peas

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Course Main Course

Servings 1

Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients

  

• ⅔ cup uncooked penne pasta (2 oz)
• ¼ cup frozen peas
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1½ cloves garlic, minced (1½ tsp)
• ¾ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¾ tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp dried basil
• ⅛ tsp black pepper
• ⅛ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Stir in the peas during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain.
• Add oil to a saute pan and heat over medium-low heat. Saute garlic for 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Increase heat to medium-high, add tomatoes, basil and parsley. Cook for 1 minute.
• Add pasta, salt and pepper to pan, cook for 3 minutes or until heated through.
• Sprinkle with cheese and serve immediately.

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Did you know?  Traditional “white” pasta has gotten a bad rap lately but there are plenty of healthier alternatives out there, either with carbs and without!

Suggestion:  For a more protein-rich meal, add some Italian meatballs!