Low Fat Pasta with Peas
Light, creamy, and packed with fresh flavors, this Low Fat Pasta with Peas is the perfect guilt-free comfort food. Featuring whole wheat pasta for added fiber, a lush yet low-fat milk and Parmesan cheese sauce, and a pop of sweetness from tender green peas, this recipe offers a wholesome twist on classic pasta dishes. Hints of zesty lemon and aromatic garlic elevate the flavor profile while fresh basil adds a burst of herbal freshness. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this healthy pasta recipe is an excellent choice for easy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it with a side salad or crusty bread for a balanced, satisfying meal that’s big on taste but easy on calories.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4
Add the frozen peas to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are heated through.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the low-fat milk, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, slowly add some of the reserved pasta water until it reaches the desired consistency.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Step 8
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (809.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 972.0 |
| Total Fat 33.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 59.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2001.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 127.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.3g | |
| Protein 51.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 855.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 986.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories