Best 6 Pasta With Fresh Vegetables Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our comprehensive exploration of mouthwatering pasta dishes featuring an array of fresh vegetables. From vibrant zucchini and crisp bell peppers to juicy tomatoes and earthy spinach, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors, colors, and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Join us as we delve into a world of culinary delights, unlocking the secrets to creating pasta dishes that are not only delicious but also bursting with the goodness of fresh vegetables.

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PASTA WITH FRESH VEGETABLES



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Looking for a recipe with summer flavor? This delicious vegetable pasta dish is so easy to prepare and a great way to use up your garden-fresh veggies. It's also hearty and nutritious but still lower in fat and calories! -Laurie Couture, Swanton, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup sliced yellow summer squash
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups chopped fresh plum tomatoes
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, broccoli, squash, green pepper and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes., Stir in pasta; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PASTA WITH FRESH VEGETABLES AND MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound vine ripened tomatoes, washed and cut into small dice
1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, packed in water, cut into small dice
1/2 pound fresh fettucine
1 tablespoons each butter and olive oil
1 bunch watercress, washed and most of stems discarded
1 bunch arugula, washed and stems discarded
1/2 cup finely slivered yellow bell pepper
Salt and dried red pepper flakes
Very fine julienne of fresh red radish and seeded kirby cucumber

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil for the pasta. In a serving mixing bowl combine the tomatoes, scallions and mozzarella and set aside. Add fresh pasta to water and cook quickly just until al dente; drain and place in serving bowl. In a medium size skillet melt butter with olive oil. Add watercress and arugula and saute for a couple of minutes just to wilt. Add yellow bell pepper and saute a minute just to begin cooking and remove from heat. Add arugula mixture and toss the ingredient together with salt and pepper red flakes. Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle fresh radish and cucumbers on top.

PASTA WITH VEGETABLES



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You can include almost any vegetables you have in your fridge in this recipe. It is popular even with those who normally scorn vegetarian food.

Provided by Danielle

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots
1 ½ cups broccoli florets, lightly steamed or blanched
4 cups uncooked rotini pasta

Steps:

  • Mix together the oil, vinegar, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil; add rotini and bring to a boil again. Cook until rotini is al dente; drain well. Return the rotini to the pot.
  • While rotini is cooking heat oil in a frying pan and saute red bell pepper, green bell pepper, garlic and carrots. Cook until vegetables are softened. Place the broccoli in the frying pan and cook another 2 minutes.
  • Pour the cooked vegetables into the pot with the pasta. Pour the vinaigrette over the pasta and vegetables. Toss to distribute vegetables and vinaigrette evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.4 calories, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 44.4 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

PASTA WITH FRESH VEGETABLES AND MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound vine ripened tomatoes, washed and cut into small dice
1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, packed in water, cut into small dice
1/2 pound fresh fettuccine
1 tablespoons each butter and olive oil
1 bunch watercress, washed and most of stems discarded
1 bunch arugula, washed and stems discarded
1/2 cup finely slivered yellow bell pepper
Salt and dried red pepper flakes
Very fine julienne of fresh red radish and seeded kirby cucumber

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil for the pasta. In a serving mixing bowl combine the tomatoes, scallions and mozzarella and set aside. Add fresh pasta to water and cook quickly just until al dente; drain and place in serving bowl. In a medium size skillet melt butter with olive oil. Add watercress and arugula and saute for a couple of minutes just to wilt. Add yellow bell pepper and saute a minute just to begin cooking and remove from heat. Add arugula mixture and toss the ingredients together with salt and pepper red flakes. Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle fresh radish and cucumbers on top.

SEASIDE PASTA WITH VEGETABLES



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When you combine feta and lemon with a salmon pasta, is there anything better? Add a healthy dose of broccoli, grape tomatoes and an easy-to-follow recipe, and you've reached perfection.

Provided by Publix Aprons

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Publix Aprons

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces bow tie pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 (6 ounce) fillets fresh salmon
½ teaspoon kosher salt
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 pint grape tomatoes
2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup chicken broth
1 lemon, zested and juiced
½ cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta following package instructions.
  • Preheat large saute pan on medium-high 2-3 minutes. Place oil in pan. Season salmon with salt; cook 1-2 minutes on each side or until browned.
  • Add garlic, tomatoes, broccoli, and broth; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until salmon separates easily with a fork. Cut salmon into small bite-size pieces.
  • Add pasta, lemon juice and zest, feta, dill, and red pepper flakes; toss to combine. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.7 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 847.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

FETTUCCINE WITH FRESH VEGETABLES



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Make and share this Fettuccine With Fresh Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Daisy58

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine pasta
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Mrs. Dash garlic and herb seasoning, blend
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
2 cups chopped asparagus
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or 3/4 cup provolone cheese, blend

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.Add vegetables and Mrs. Dash Garlic and Herb seasoning.
  • Cook and stir about 8 minutes.
  • Toss together hot pasta, vegetables and lemon juice. Mix in cheese and stir.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the vegetables from steaming instead of sautéing.
  • Cook the vegetables over medium-high heat. This will help them caramelize and develop flavor.
  • Season the vegetables to taste. Salt, pepper, garlic, and olive oil are all good options.
  • Add some fresh herbs at the end of cooking. This will brighten the flavors of the dish.

Conclusion:

Pasta with fresh vegetables is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your pasta with fresh vegetables is always a success.

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