One-Pot Pasta Primavera
Bright one-pot pasta primavera with spring vegetables. 430 calories, 14g protein, cooks in its own sauce.
One-Pot Pasta Primavera has 430 calories per serving, with 14g protein, 72g carbs, 9g fat, and 7g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 18 min.
Nutrition per serving
2 serving(s)
430
Calories
14g
Protein
28% DV
72g
Carbs
26% DV
9g
Fat
12% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
🫘 7g fiber per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
18 min
Servings
2
Est. Cost
$3.50
One-Pot Pasta Primavera
This one-pot pasta primavera lets the noodles cook right in vegetable broth with a rainbow of vegetables, creating its own light sauce with no separate pot to wash. It is a fresh vegetarian dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz whole wheat penne pasta
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot and sauté 3 minutes.
- Add the dry pasta, broth, and a pinch of salt; stir well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a vigorous simmer.
- Cover and cook 12-14 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the pasta is al dente and liquid mostly absorbs.
- Stir in the peas during the last 2 minutes to warm through.
- Remove from heat, fold in the Parmesan and basil, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 430 kcal |
| Protein | 14g |
| Carbs | 72g |
| Fat | 9g |
| Fiber | 7g |
Tips
- Stir often so the pasta does not stick to the bottom as the broth reduces.
- Reserve a splash of broth to loosen leftovers when reheating.
- Add a can of white beans for extra protein without changing the one-pot method.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
one pot
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