Description
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of spring with this colorful, kid-friendly pasta dish! Packed with fresh vegetables and whole wheat pasta, this recipe is not only nutritious but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for family dinners or lunchboxes, it’s easy to customize based on your kids’ preferences. In just a few simple steps, you can whip up a delightful meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots)
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley (chopped)
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables into fun shapes.
- Cook whole wheat pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté vegetables for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Add chopped herbs and spices, stir to combine.
- Toss cooked pasta with sautéed veggies and mix in grated cheese until melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg