Kids Veggie Pasta

Name: Kids Veggie Pasta
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean, Italian
Ingredients: 1. Pasta of your choice (about 400g); 2. 1 red bell pepper, diced; 3. 1 yellow bell pepper, diced; 4. 1 large carrot, thinly sliced; 5. 1 cup of green peas (fresh or frozen); 6. 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 7. 2 tbsp olive oil; 8. 1/2 cup of light cream or milk; 9. Salt and pepper, to taste; 10. Grated cheese (optional, for garnish); 11. Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

5 steps

Updated at: Sat, 10 Feb 2024 01:48:57 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories2180 kcal (109%)

Total Fat58.8 g (84%)

Carbs345.2 g (133%)

Sugars30.6 g (34%)

Protein66.8 g (134%)

Sodium948.1 mg (47%)

Fiber26.4 g (94%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

0 servings

400gPasta

1 cupgreen peas

2 clovesgarlic

2 Tbspolive oil

Grated, optional, for garnish

Fresh parsley

chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

2. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add the bell peppers, carrots, and peas. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 3

3. Combine Pasta and Veggies: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together.

Step 4

4. Add Cream: Pour the cream or milk over the pasta and vegetables. Stir well to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce heats through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

5. Serve: Serve the pasta hot, garnished with grated cheese and chopped parsley if desired.