Best 5 Fettuccini Primavera With Lemon Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Fettuccini Primavera with Lemon Sauce, a delightful vegetarian dish that bursts with the freshness of spring. This classic Italian pasta dish features tender fettuccini noodles tossed in a vibrant lemon sauce, complemented by a medley of colorful vegetables. Asparagus, broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and snow peas create a symphony of textures and flavors, while a hint of garlic and herbs adds depth and complexity. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe guide will lead you through the steps to create a mouthwatering Fettuccini Primavera that will impress your taste buds. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of cooking the perfect pasta, this article provides all the information you need to make this dish a success.

In addition to the classic Fettuccini Primavera, this article also offers variations to suit different preferences and dietary needs. Discover how to transform this dish into a luscious vegan delight by using plant-based alternatives like tofu or tempeh. For those who love a bit of spice, a spicy arrabbiata sauce adds a fiery kick to the pasta, while a creamy Alfredo sauce provides a rich and indulgent twist. And for those with gluten sensitivities, a gluten-free pasta option ensures that everyone can enjoy this vibrant dish. With its versatility and endless possibilities, Fettuccini Primavera is a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PRIMAVERA PASTA



Primavera pasta image

Pasta primavera is a delicious pasta dish packed with lots of fresh spring vegetables and covered with a light and refreshing lemon cream sauce.

Provided by Aleksandra

Categories     dinner     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 oz (160g) pasta (fusilli or penne)
1.5 tablespoons frying oil
1 yellow bell pepper
1 medium zucchini
3.5 oz (100g) green beans (a small handful)
1/2 cup peas
1 tablespoon butter
4 large cloves garlic
1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 cup heavy cream (30-36%, 240 ml)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (2 oz/50g)
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Prepare all the vegetables: cut the bell pepper into 1/4-inch (1/2 cm) strips, zucchini into 1/3-inch (3/4 cm) half-slices, green beans in half crosswise, cut off the woody ends of asparagus (white parts) and cut the asparagus into 2-3 parts, cut the garlic into very thin slices.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. 5 minutes before the end of the cooking, add the green beans (thin green beans need 4-5 minutes cooking time, thicker beans about 5-6 minutes). Strain the pasta and beans.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan, add the bell pepper and half of the zucchini. Cook over high heat for about 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly browned but still very crunchy (they cannot be very soft). Transfer the vegetables to a plate.
  • Add half a tablespoon of oil and the other half of zucchini and asparagus to the pan. Cook it the same way as described above. Transfer the vegetables to a plate.
  • Add a tablespoon of butter to the pan and when it's melted add the garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the broth, scrape all the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spatula and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes, or until the broth thickens a little.
  • Add the cream and lemon zest. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Season the sauce with lemon juice (it should be very lemony).
  • Add the peas and cook in the sauce for 30-60 seconds (fresh peas will need about 20 sec and the frozen peas about a minute).
  • Add the grated Parmesan cheese, season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Take the pan off the heat.
  • Add the cooked vegetables and pasta. Stir everything together, season with more salt and pepper if necessary.
  • Serve with more grated Parmesan cheese and optionally fresh basil leaves.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH LEMON-CAPER SAUCE



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Colorful, crisp-tender veggies are tossed with linguine pasta and a creamy lemon-caper sauce and served with shredded Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Crosse & Blackwell

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Crosse & Blackwell®

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup Crisco® Pure Olive Oil
1 large red or yellow onion, chopped
1 pound fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow squash or zucchini, quartered lengthwise, sliced 1/4-inch thick
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
8 ounces cooked linguine pasta, kept warm
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh garlic
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
3 tablespoons Santa Cruz Organic® Pure Lemon Juice
¼ cup Crosse & Blackwell® Capers, drained
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion. Cook over medium-low heat 7 minutes or until soft. Add asparagus, yellow squash, salt and pepper. Cook an additional 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Heat butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and garlic until blended. Gradually stir in chicken broth until smooth. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and capers.
  • Combine pasta, vegetable and sauce mixtures in pasta pot. Add parsley; stir until blended. Sprinkle individual servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.2 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Cholesterol 47.2 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1306.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

FETTUCCINI PRIMAVERA WITH LEMON SAUCE



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A mild lemon sauce seasoned with thyme lightly coats this attractive medley of tender chicken, pasta, asparagus, red pepper and peas. -Marietta Howell of Okmulgee, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch strips
6 green onions, sliced
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 cup chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a 12-in. nonstick skillet, saute red pepper in oil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the chicken, onions, asparagus, broth, lemon juice, salt, thyme and lemon zest. Cook for 1 minute or until asparagus is crisp-tender. , Stir in peas; saute for 1 minute or until heated through. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and chicken is no longer pink. , Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream. Transfer to a large bowl. Drain the fettuccine and add to chicken mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SKILLET GNOCCHI PRIMAVERA WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE



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This gnocchi recipe showcases an abundance of fresh vegetables and is the perfect option for a spring meal, and the bonus is it's a one-skillet meal! If you're craving more protein, add in some chopped grilled chicken.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dishes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons salted butter
1 ½ teaspoons lemon-infused olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons herb-infused olive oil
1 (12 ounce) package refrigerated gnocchi
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
2 cups small broccoli florets
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup julienned carrots
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 small zucchini, sliced diagonally
1 small yellow squash, sliced diagonally
1 cup vegetable broth
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup halved grape tomatoes
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter and infused olive oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Add gnocchi and stir frequently until golden, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and shallot; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add broccoli, peas, carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, and squash; lightly saute until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly pour in broth and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Slowly add cream and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; mix to incorporate. Add remaining lemon juice and heat until warmed through and Parmesan is melted, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish each serving with tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 63.3 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 421.4 mg, Sugar 6 g

"MOCK" FETTUCCINI PRIMAVERA



Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 medium spaghetti squash
Primavera Sauce, recipe follows
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
1/2 cup small broccoli florets, lightly blanched
1 cup heavy cream
1 egg yolk
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
Salt and pepper
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Grape tomatoes, sliced in half, for garnish

Steps:

  • Slice squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon as you would a pumpkin. Then completely submerge both halves in boiling water and cook for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the inside is tender to a fork and pulls apart in strands. (It is better to undercook if you are not sure). Remove, drain, and cool with cold water or an ice bath to stop the cooking. Then use a fork to scrape the cooked squash out of its skin, and at the same time, fluff and separate the squash into spaghetti-like strands. Discard the skin.
  • Reheat the squash strands by dipping with a strainer in boiling water just before serving. Top with Primavera Sauce.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium high-heat. Add broccoli and saute for about 1 minute. Then whisk in cream and egg yolk and cook for only 1 to 2 minutes. Next, add garlic and cheese and whisk quickly just to heat through. Remove from heat and stir in the rest of the butter and the parsley. Pour over or toss with the hot spaghetti squash. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grape tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calorie, Fat 47 grams, SaturatedFat 29 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 1 grams

Tips:

  • Prep Work: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and make the cooking process smoother.
  • Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh vegetables and herbs whenever possible. Fresh ingredients will give your dish a vibrant color and taste.
  • Cook Pasta Al Dente: Cook the pasta al dente, which means "to the tooth." This means the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. This will help it hold its shape and texture in the sauce.
  • Don't Overcook the Vegetables: The vegetables in this dish should be cooked until they are tender-crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use High-Quality Olive Oil: Use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor. Olive oil adds a rich, fruity flavor to the dish.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings in the sauce to your liking. Add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if you think it needs it.

Conclusion:

Fettuccine Primavera with Lemon Sauce is a light, refreshing, and flavorful pasta dish that is perfect for spring or summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

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