PASTA VERDE

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Asparagus, at its tender best this month, adds vibrant color to our vegetarian springtime dish. You could also use gemelli or anyother short pasta.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     Spinach

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups orzo pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pinch thyme
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
1 (5 ounce) package Baby Spinach
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, cook orzo in salted water. Drain, reserving 1 1/4 cups water from cooked pasta.
  • In large, deep nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add garlic and thyme, and cook 30 seconds more. Stir in peas, spinach, lemon peel, and reserved pasta cooking water. Increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Stir in orzo, butter, and lemon juice. Transfer to serving bowl, and sprinkle with feta cheese and mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.3, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 34.4, Sodium 485, Carbohydrate 80.9, Fiber 9, Sugar 8.4, Protein 23

kadri Palmeos
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Lizzi Smith
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This is my new favorite pasta recipe!


Chad Yamu
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5 stars!


Crystal Alexander
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This pasta is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Aaradhya Basnet
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I've never had green pasta before, but this recipe was delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Civil Engineer Riaz Ullah.
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This pasta is so light and refreshing. It's perfect for a summer meal.


Qadir Butt
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I added some crumbled bacon to this recipe and it was amazing.


Omar Graham
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Aqeel Naseer
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I love the vibrant green color of this pasta.


Lilly Maphosa
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This pasta is so beautiful and elegant. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Lloyd
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Delicious and nutritious!


Arman Munir
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Kinf King
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This is my new favorite pasta recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Gabriel Jimenez
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I made this for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


bodie slater
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5 stars!


Shahad Ali
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I'm not usually a fan of green pasta, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Syed Jibrail
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Easy to make and so tasty!


Teeto Bhatti
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This pasta is so flavorful and delicious! I added some sautéed shrimp, and it was perfect.