Spinach Pasta Primavera

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Italian

A vibrant, creamy spinach pasta primavera featuring colorful vegetables and a rich sherry Parmesan sauce, perfect for a hearty vegetarian main or a lively family dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 18 oz. spinach fettuccine
  • 6 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 large shallot
  • 2 c. heavy whipping cream
  • 1 c. dry sherry
  • 1/8 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 small yellow squash
  • 1 small zucchini squash
  • 1 large red bell pepper
  • 1 large blanched carrot
  • 1 large green chili pepper
  • 1 bunch broccoli florets
  • 1/2 bunch celery
  • 1 oz. grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice yellow squash, zucchini squash, red bell pepper, carrot, and green chili pepper.
  2. Cook the spinach fettuccine in boiling, salted water for 10 minutes or until desired tenderness.
  3. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  5. Add the minced shallot and sauté until translucent.
  6. Pour in the heavy whipping cream and dry sherry, stirring to combine.
  7. Add the nutmeg and stir well.
  8. Stir in the sliced vegetables and cook until tender but still crisp.
  9. Add the blanched broccoli florets and chopped celery, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  10. Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce and vegetables, mixing thoroughly.
  11. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

627 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 21.3g 43% DV
Total Fat 45.9g 59% DV
Carbs 39.3g 14% DV
Fiber 14.9g 53% DV
Sugar 5.4g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 482.5mg 21% DV
Potassium 2110.3mg 45% DV
Cholesterol 108.3mg 36% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 177mcg 20% DV
Vitamin C 136.7mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 327.3mg 25% DV
Iron 16.1mg 90% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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