Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera
Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera balances tender asparagus, sweet carrots, and juicy cherry tomatoes in a rich Parmesan cream sauce. The pasta is coated in a smooth, pepper-kissed finish that feels comforting yet bright from the fresh vegetables. It’s an inviting option for a weeknight dinner or a casual spring gathering when you want something creamy and colorful.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 37
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 11 minutes. Drain.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sauté asparagus and carrots until slightly firm, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and garlic; sauté until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Stir Parmesan cheese, cream, and black pepper into the vegetable mixture until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Calories 337.14 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 12.57 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 27.95 g 10%
- Total Fat 19.6 g High 25%
- Saturated Fat 11.16 g High 56%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 54.42 mg Moderate 18%
- Sodium 270.14 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 4.49 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 6.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 238.59 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 2.98 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 284.1 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 124.52 mcg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin C 8.09 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera is made with 9 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Black Pepper, Carrot, and Cherry Tomato. Each serving provides about 337.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Black Pepper, Carrot, Cherry Tomato, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 337.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera healthy?
- Velvety Penne Pasta Primavera has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 337.14 calories and 12.57 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 270.14 mg (12% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.16 g (56% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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