Pasta Primavera
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 318
Total Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 2mg
Sodium: 496mg
Carbohydrates: 64g
Dietary Fiber: 11g
Sugars: 17g
Protein: 14g
Vitamin A: 6622.3iu (132%)
Vitamin C: 50.9mg (84%)
Calcium: 109mg (10%)
Iron: 5mg (27%)
Pasta:
8 ounces whole wheat pasta
Sauce:
2 cups pasta sauce
1 pound frozen Italian style vegetable medley
1 cup no-salt-added tomato sauce
1/4 cup tomato paste, no-added-salt
pinch cayenne pepper
Topping:
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain & hold until the sauce is ready.
Add all ingredients for the sauce to a large saucepan. Place over high heat until it comes to a boil; stir & let simmer. Cook about 3 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are heated through & tender.
Serving Suggestion: Serve the sauce over the pasta & top with 1/2 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
Yield: 4 servings. 1-1/2 cups per serving.
Diabetic Exchange Units:
Time: 20 min. (5 min Preperation, 15 min Cook)
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