Low Fat Garden Fresh Veggie Pasta

Bursting with vibrant vegetables and wholesome flavors, this Low Fat Garden Fresh Veggie Pasta is the ultimate healthy comfort food. Featuring tender whole wheat pasta tossed with a medley of zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and fresh basil, this dish perfectly balances nutrition and flavor. A touch of garlic, a squeeze of zesty lemon juice, and optional Parmesan cheese bring a satisfying depth to every bite, while the low-fat olive oil foundation keeps it light and guilt-free. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy pasta recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a refreshing vegetarian dinner. Serve it warm and savor the taste of the garden in every forkful!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Whole wheat pasta
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 1 large Bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 large Carrot, julienned
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 4

Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the vegetables.

Step 6

Stir in the fresh basil leaves, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Remove from heat and transfer to serving bowls.

Step 8

If desired, top each serving with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy this fresh, low-fat pasta meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1022.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	836.0

Total Fat 33.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 47.4mg	0%
Sodium 2214.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 864.1mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 2054.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.6%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 45.5%