Pasta With Peas Easy Vegetarian Recipe

This Italian Pasta with Peas (or Pasta e Piselli) recipe actually reminds me a lot of one of my favorite British dishes, mushy peas! Just like that creamy green side dish, this pasta dish uses sweet green peas to create a creamy texture that is irresistible. Pasta with peas involves a simple sauce created with frozen peas, pasta water, butter, onions, and parmesan cheese, tossed with your favorite pasta shape. Traditionally, the peas are not blended with the sauce but I found that blending it gives you a vibrant, creamy, and smooth sauce that you will love. So here’s my take on pasta e piselli. Pasta doesn’t get much simpler than this! Try my Creamy Lemon Pasta, Garlic Butter Pasta, or Penne Arrabiata too if you love simple pasta recipes. Or, so here to see all of my amazing pasta recipes! The fun color and slight sweetness of the dish make it perfect for kids, even those kids who don’t usually like peas. Get them to try pasta with peas, and they’ll be hooked! Next, have them try creamy orzo with mushrooms and spinach. Veggies are always more delicious when they’re paired with pasta!

Pasta: Any shape of pasta will work here, but I like to use one with some texture so that the sauce will stick well. Here I’m using fusilli. Penne, rotini, or shells are also good options. Gluten free pasta will work too! Olive Oil and Butter: We will saute the onion and garlic to create a flavorful, fragrant sauce. A combination of both olive oil and butter makes pasta dishes so good. Onion and Garlic: These aromatic vegetables are a must for a delicious pasta sauce, and complement the sweetness of the peas. Peas: Use frozen peas in this recipe. You don’t even need to thaw them because they are so small. Mint Leaves: this fresh herb gives tons of flavor to the dish. It’s not overly minty, but has a bright, warm flavor. Salt and Pepper: Make sure to season your pea pasta well! Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated parmesan gives a nutty, salty flavor and adds creaminess to the sauce. I use vegetarian parmesan.

Vegan Pasta With Peas

To make this recipe vegan, use a vegan buttery spread in place of the butter, and use a vegan parmesan product in place of the cheese. I know you’re going to love this super simple, healthy, and delicious meal! Don’t forget to Pin it while you’re here, so you can make it later, or share with others! Only cook the garlic for 30 seconds. Minced garlic really doesn’t need to be cooked for very long, and if overcooked will take on a burnt flavor. Toss in the garlic, give it a stir, and then add the peas. Don’t forget the pasta water! Before draining your pasta, use a measuring cup or a ladle to pull out 2 cups of the cooking water so that you don’t accidentally pour it down the drain. The pasta water adds starch to the sauce, thinning it out, but also helping it to stick to the pasta. Add some spice. If you like your pasta spicy, garnish with a bit of crushed red pepper. It’s delicious!