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Pasta with Summer Squash Saute

Onions, peas and tomatoes tossed with zucchini and pasta

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Time:

Hands On: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings:

Makes 6 servings (1 1/2 cups each)

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dry rotini pasta, uncooked
  •   PAM® Olive Oil No-Stick Cooking Spray
  • 2 medium zucchini, cut into thin strips
  • 1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • 1 large tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon seasoned pepper
Directions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, spray large skillet with cooking spray. Add zucchini, onions and peas; cook 2 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes, salt, basil and pepper blend; cover. Cook 5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Spray evenly with cooking spray.
  3. Drain pasta. Spray evenly with cooking spray; toss to coat. Add vegetable mixture; toss lightly.

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MyPyramid Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet


Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
189
% Daily Value*
Total fat
2%
1 g
Saturated fat
1%
0 g
Cholesterol
0%
0 MG
Sodium
22%
536 MG
Carbohydrate
12%
37 g
Dietary fiber
15%
4 g
Sugars
0%
4 g
Protein
15%
8 g
Vitamin A
22%
Vitamin C
25%
Calcium
3%
Iron
11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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