Palmini Pasta Primavera

Palmini Pasta Primavera is a vibrant low-carb twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring tender Palmini pasta and a medley of fresh vegetables. This colorful and wholesome meal is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, bursting with flavor and nutrients.

Palmini Pasta Primavera
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Italian
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Palmini pasta - 1 package (about 225g)
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic cloves, minced - 2
  • Red bell pepper, sliced - 1/2
  • Zucchini, sliced - 1 medium
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved - 1 cup
  • Spinach leaves - 2 cups
  • Parmesan cheese, grated - 30g
  • Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Fresh basil, chopped - for garnish

Steps

  1. Drain and rinse the Palmini pasta under cold water, then set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
  5. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Add the spinach leaves, Palmini pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, mixing everything well.
  7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and everything is heated through.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 14 g
  • Carbs: 12 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbohydrates, suitable for low-carb diets.
  • Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from the variety of vegetables.

Tags

ItalianLow CarbPasta Dish