Enjoy a refreshing pasta salad bowl for lunch that’s loaded with tender asparagus and peas. This pasta bowl has kicked-up flavor from a combination of lemon, feta and dill. For a vegan-friendly version, substitute the butter with olive oil, and omit the feta cheese.
Asparagus Pea Pasta Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta (210 grams)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped (55 grams)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 cups bite-sized fresh asparagus pieces (about 12 stalks total or 270 grams, with ends chopped and discarded)
- 1 cup frozen green peas (145 grams)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (40 grams)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions.
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large pan over medium heat. Add butter, onion and garlic, and cook until onions are soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes. Add peas to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes. Set aside.
Drain the cooked pasta and add to the pan with vegetable mixture. Add feta, dill, lemon juice, salt and pepper to the pan. Toss until well combined.
Portion into a 1 1/2 cup serving size, and serve. For a more substantial meal, top with one of energizing add-ons below.
Nutrition Information
Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups (about 165 grams)
Per serving: Calories: 359; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 22mg; Sodium: 251mg; Carbohydrate: 59g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 13g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 195mg; Iron: 10%; Vitamin A: 20%; Vitamin C: 28%; Calcium: 8%
Energizing Tips (optional)
- Serve with one large hard boiled egg to increase calories, protein and fat. (Per serving: Calories: 429; Total Fat: 13g; Carbohydrate: 59g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 19g)
- Serve with 3 ounces of grilled chicken breast to increase calories and protein. (Per serving: Calories: 469; Total Fat: 11g; Carbohydrate: 59g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 35g)
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