Best 7 Creamy Penne Pasta Primavera Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our creamy penne pasta primavera, a delightful vegetarian dish that embodies the essence of springtime freshness. Vibrant vegetables, such as crisp broccoli florets, tender carrots, and sugar snap peas, dance harmoniously with succulent mushrooms in a creamy and flavorful sauce. The addition of tangy sun-dried tomatoes and nutty Parmesan cheese elevates this dish to a culinary masterpiece. This comprehensive guide provides you with not only the classic creamy penne pasta primavera recipe but also two exciting variations: a zesty lemon-herb sauce and a rich sun-dried tomato pesto sauce. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



Creamy Pasta Primavera image

When I think of springtime, asparagus comes to mind. This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of tender, crisp, colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute asparagus and carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the cheese, cream and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA



Penne Pasta Primavera image

Penne Pasta Primavera is a delicious and healthy meal that is full of crunchy veggies and tender pasta. Finished off with a simple sauce of chicken broth and fresh lemon juice and topped with Parmesan cheese, this easy meal will quickly become a family favorite.

Provided by Kristin Maxwell

Categories     Main

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked Penne Pasta
Butter
Olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
1 large carrot (thinly sliced on the bias)
1 ½ cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper (cut into thin strips)
1 cup asparagus or zucchini (cut into bite-sized pieces)
3 cloves of garlic (minced)
3/4 cup chicken broth
Juice from 1 lemon (about ¼ cup)
Salt and pepper
Parmesan Cheese (optional)
Fresh minced parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta to just before al dente (1 minute less than package instructions). Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and cook until translucent; 1-2 minutes. Stir in vegetables in the following order, cooking and stirring for 1-2 minutes after each addition: Carrots, broccoli, red bell pepper, asparagus or zucchini, minced garlic. Add another tablespoon of butter to the skillet if it starts looking a little dry, usually just before the asparagus. Season vegetables with a pinch of salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • To the skillet, add a tablespoon of butter, 3/4 cup chicken broth, ¼ cup lemon juice and ¼ of cup pasta water. Bring to a boil and simmer until slightly reduced; 2-3 minutes. Stir in the pasta and continue to simmer until sauce is reduced by half; 3-4 minutes. Stir in vegetables and season with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Top with fresh grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh minced parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 187 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PENNE PRIMAVERA



Penne Primavera image

A great, flavorful pasta dish for the summertime when you don't want something heavy.

Provided by calead910

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 cups broccoli florets
1 medium carrot, julienned
2 cups vegetable broth
1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. When garlic is tender, remove from skillet and set aside. Place the broccoli and carrot in the skillet, and cook 2 minutes, just until heated through.
  • In a pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in the penne pasta and heated crushed garlic clove. Cook for 5 minutes, or until pasta is almost al dente. Remove and discard garlic clove.
  • Transfer the partially cooked pasta and broth to the skillet. Mix in the peas. Cover skillet, and continue cooking 10 minutes over medium heat, or until pasta is al dente and vegetables are tender. Toss with the Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.6 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 426.6 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CREAMY PHILADELPHIA® PASTA PRIMAVERA



Creamy PHILADELPHIA® Pasta Primavera image

Penne pasta is combined with boneless chicken breast, red bell pepper, fresh asparagus, and zucchini in a cream sauce.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
2 tablespoons KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 zucchini, cut into chunks
1 ½ cups cut-up fresh asparagus (1-inch lengths)
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cup fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 ounces PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese, cubed
¼ cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 min. or until chicken is cooked through, stirring frequently. Add broth and cream cheese; cook 1 min. or until cheese is melted, stirring constantly. Add Parmesan cheese; mix well.
  • Drain pasta; return to pot. Add chicken and vegetable mixture; toss lightly. Cook 1 min. or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 577.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

CREAMY SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA



Creamy Shrimp Pasta Primavera image

This is a fun recipe that me and my family developed ourselves. It is really flexible and you can swap out ingredients and change measurements to your liking.

Provided by Littlechef

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ (8 ounce) package spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped onions
1 large clove garlic, minced
⅓ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 splash white wine
1 pinch dried oregano
½ cup heavy cream, or to taste
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in mushrooms and bell pepper; cook until bell pepper has softened and mushrooms are lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add shrimp, white wine, and oregano. Cook until shrimp are almost cooked through and turning pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add cream and butter. Simmer, stirring constantly, for 8 minutes. Add cooked spaghetti, mix to combine, and turn off heat. If cream sauce is too thin, thicken with flour. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 237.3 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 332.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CREAMY PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA



Creamy Penne Pasta Primavera image

Asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and carrots are tossed in a delicious and rich cream sauce.

Provided by gretchen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 carrots, cut into strips
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat-high heat; saute asparagus and carrots until tender yet firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and garlic; saute until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese, cream, and black pepper into vegetable mixture until cheese melts and sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add pasta to sauce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.3 calories, Carbohydrate 65.1 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA FOR TWO



Creamy Pasta Primavera for Two image

"When I think of springtime, asparagus comes to mind. This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of tender, crisp colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce." Darlene Brenden Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup gemelli or spiral pasta
6 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium carrot, cut into strips
1 teaspoon canola oil
2/3 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet, saute asparagus and carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the cheese, cream and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Before cooking, remove the woody ends from the asparagus and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
  • When choosing sun-dried tomatoes, opt for oil-packed ones for a more intense flavor.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute it with milk or evaporated milk.
  • To make the sauce creamier, add a tablespoon of cream cheese or sour cream.
  • If your vegetables are not releasing enough liquid, add a splash of vegetable broth or water to the pan.
  • Garnish the pasta with fresh herbs like basil, parsley, or thyme for an extra burst of flavor.

Conclusion:

This creamy penne pasta primavera is a delightful vegetarian dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of fresh vegetables, creamy sauce, and tender penne pasta makes it a perfect meal for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal, this pasta primavera is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

Related Topics