Vegetable and Whole Wheat Pasta Toss
(from fearama’s recipe box)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 2 people
Categories: Pasta, Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 quartswater
- 1/2 cupsfrozen shelled edamame
- 1/3 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
- 1/3 tablespoonsdried oregano
- 1/3 tablespoonsdried basil
- 1/2 teaspoonsred-pepper flakes
- 1 cupswhole wheat ziti, bow-ties, wheels, or penne
- 1 cupsbroccoli florets
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1/4 (3.5 ounces) reduced-fat crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
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In a large pot, combine the water, edamame, oil, oregano, basil, and red-pepper flakes. Bring to a boil over high heat.
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Add the pasta. Cook for 4 minutes.
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Add the broccoli, squash, and zucchini. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
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Drain the pasta and vegetables until dripping but not dry. Add the feta, and toss until completely mixed. Sprinkle on the Parmesan (if using).