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Spaghettini with Cherry Tomatoes and Asparagus


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  • Author: Chef XYZ
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A light and flavorful spaghettini dish featuring fresh vegetables and beans.


Ingredients

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  • 250 grams spaghettini
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cups chopped asparagus
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • 1 can (19 oz.) white kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
  • Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. While the pasta cooks, warm 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add tomatoes, asparagus, and peas with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender.
  4. Once pasta is cooked, drain and add to the pan with vegetables. Toss pasta and vegetables together, then add drained white kidney beans and toss again to combine.
  5. Drizzle remaining 3 tbsp olive oil over pasta and adjust salt/pepper to taste.
  6. Serve with parmesan cheese and a drizzle of chili oil or more olive oil on top (optional).

Notes

  • This recipe can be adapted with any type of pasta of your choice.
  • Feel free to add more seasonal vegetables to the dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg