Description
Indulge in a vibrant bowl of One-Pot Pasta with Peas, Artichokes, Lemon, and Mint. This delightful dish brings the sunny flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in just one pot! With sweet peas, tender artichokes, zesty lemon, and aromatic mint, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Impress your family and friends without the hassle of multiple dishes; it’s quick, easy, and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 14 oz canned artichoke hearts (drained)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh mint (chopped)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add penne pasta and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- When pasta is nearly al dente (about 8–10 minutes), stir in frozen peas and artichokes.
- Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice, zest, and chopped mint.
- Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese over the top; stir until melted and creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping artichokes for asparagus or experimenting with different herbs like basil. For creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream at the end. Always taste as you go to adjust seasoning.