Spring Vegetable & White Bean Pasta Primavera
A vibrant, fiber-rich pasta dish featuring spring asparagus, burst cherry tomatoes, and creamy white beans. Finished with a touch of parmesan and lemon for a bright, comforting meal.
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to revive the sauce.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep cannellini beans (rinsed), cloves garlic (minced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Bring a pot of generously salted water…
Bring a pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions. In the final 3 minutes of boiling, add the chopped asparagus and frozen green peas to the pot. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water, then drain.
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While the pasta boils
While the pasta boils, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and begin to burst.
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Add the drained pasta
Add the drained pasta, veggies, and cannellini beans to the skillet. Pour in a small splash of the reserved pasta water and toss gently over low heat for 1 minute to warm the beans through.
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Remove the skillet entirely from the heat
Remove the skillet entirely from the heat. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss vigorously until a glossy sauce forms, adding a little more pasta water if needed to bring it all together.
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The nutrition underneath
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Always remove the pan from the…
Always remove the pan from the heat before adding the parmesan cheese; this gentle melting prevents the dairy from separating or clumping.
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight…
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to revive the sauce.
Rinsing canned beans thoroughly removes excess…
Rinsing canned beans thoroughly removes excess sodium and makes them easier to digest, preventing unwanted bloating.
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