Quick Meal Recipes with Pasta
Here are some simple pasta recipes that are perfect for lunch or dinner. Using only a few ingredients they are easy on the budget, healthy and are great quick meal recipes for everyday use. Each of these pasta recipes makes 2 to 3 servings. Although this pasta recipe takes a little longer, the taste of roasted vegetables is so delicious. When roasting the vegetables, double the amount called for in this recipe. The leftover vegetables can be used as flavorful additions to salads,
wrap sandwiches
and make great toppings for baked white or sweet potatoes.
Roasted Vegetables and Rotini Pasta 2 carrots – cut into chunks - Roast the Vegetables: - Prepare the pasta according to package directions. - Place the cooked pasta in a bowl and toss with the oil, lemon juice, fresh parsley, and ground black pepper to taste. Serving Suggestion: - If desired, shave some pecorino romano or parmesan cheese over each serving.
__________________________________________________ 3 cups cooked linguine - Cook pasta according to package directions. - Place the warm pasta in a bowl with the fennel, carrots, olives, vinaigrette, lemon zest, and minced garlic and toss to combine well. Serving Suggestion: 1 medium butternut squash (peeled, seeded, and cubed) - Preheat oven to 450° F. Wash, peel, seed, and cube the butternut squash and combine with the rosemary and olive oil in a baking pan. Toss the squash to make sure it is coated completely with the oil. - Bake the squash for about 30 to 45 minutes, tossing the squash once or twice during baking, until the squash is tender (test with a fork for tenderness). Remove from oven when done, place in a bowl and drizzle the maple syrup over the squash and toss gently. - Cook the couscous according to package directions. - Steam the broccoli and place in a bowl along with the cooked couscous and sweet red peppers. Toss to combine. - Add the squash and toss again gently to combine completely. Salt and pepper to taste. Serving Suggestions: - You could also make a simple meal by serving this easy squash dish with baked salmon fillets. - This simple dish is also a great accompaniment to warmed, leftover turkey slices.
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Angel Hair Pasta with Baby Bok Choy 3 cups of cooked angel hair pasta - Prepare pasta as directed on package, drain and toss with the marinara and keep warm. - Steam the bok choy until just tender and bright green. - In a small bowl combine the roasted peppers and goat cheese. Serving Suggestion:
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2 cups cooked macaroni pasta - Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and keep warm. - Steam the cauliflower, carrots and green beans until crisp-tender. - Place the warm pasta, vegetables, and the sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and toss to combine. Add the shredded cheese and some ground black pepper and toss again. Serving Suggestion:
__________________________________________________ 2 cups cooked farfalle pasta - Cook pasta according to package directions. - Place the warm pasta, apple, broccoli, and ham in a mixing bowl and toss to combine. - In a small bowl, combine the vinaigrette dressing and mustard, mix well and add to the pasta and vegetables and toss again. If pasta is not moist enough add more dressing to your taste. Serving Suggestion:
__________________________________________________ 1 (9oz) package of refrigerated tortellini (choose your favorite) - Cook the tortellini according to package directions. - Place the cooked pasta, bell pepper, artichoke hearts, and tomatoes in a mixing bowl. Add the shaved parmesan, salt and ground pepper and toss again to mix well. Serving Suggestion: ________________________________________________________ Related Links: Return to Top of Pasta Recipes |