Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Recipe Wednesday: Whole Wheat Penne Primavera


This isn't the best picture, but this is the best recipe! 

This was taken from Chalene Johnson's Turbo Fire meal planner. It is so good and healthy!

Whole Wheat Penne Primavera

Makes 6 servings

1 lb. whole wheat pasta
1/2 zucchini, sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
1 bag (about 2 cups) fresh mixed precut carrots, cauliflower, and broccoli
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 Tbsp. Parmesan Cheese
2 Cloves garlic, crushed
1 Tbsp. olive oil

Boil water and cook pasta according to package directions. In a second pan, steam zucchini, cauliflower, and broccoli until heated through but still slightly crisp. In a large frying pan, heat olive oil and saute garlic. Ad red bell peppers and peas to garlic and cook for 3 minutes over medium heat. Drain pasta and vegetables. Add both to frying pan and toss. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Information
Calories:  300 / Protein:  13 g / Carbs:  57 g
Total Fat:  4.5 g / Fiber:  8.5 g

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