Macarrão à Primavera

Macarrão à Primavera is a vibrant Brazilian pasta dish bursting with fresh vegetables and a light olive oil sauce, perfect for a nutritious meal. This kosher recipe highlights seasonal produce, making it a delightful and colorful addition to any table.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese (optional, kosher) - 30 grams, grated
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. 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.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
5. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the vegetables. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber which aids digestion.

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