Pasta might not be a common choice for lunchboxes, but it’s guaranteed to brighten up your child’s day. Why not give these healthier pasta recipes a try?
Pasta is a perennial favorite among kids, always bringing joy with its creamy texture and delightful mix of herbs and sauces. However, many parents often dismiss it as junk food, leaving children disappointed. They long for the delicious pasta they see their friends enjoying instead of their usual roti-sabzi. This time, why not surprise your kids with a healthier version of pasta that keeps everyone happy?
Spinach Pesto Pasta
(Recipe by Swati Patwal)
This vibrant green pasta is both healthy and visually appealing.
Ingredients:
- Pasta
- Lemon zest
- Basil leaves
- Spinach
- Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Method:
- Cook one pound of pasta.
- Blend lemon zest, basil leaves, garlic, grated cheese, oil, and salt into a chunky paste.
- Transfer this paste to a serving bowl, adding half a cup of pasta water to enhance the flavor.
- After cooking the pasta, drain and mix it with the prepared paste.
- Season to taste.
Veggie Alfredo Pasta
(Recipe by Swati Patwal)
This crunchy veggie alfredo is a delightful treat.
Ingredients:
- Pasta
- Parmesan cheese
- Peas
- Asparagus
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Method:
- Boil water in a pan, then add trimmed asparagus or green beans and peas. Let everything boil properly, then set aside.
- Cook the pasta for 8-10 minutes until soft but firm.
- Mix the veggies with the cooked pasta.
- Season with olive oil, salt, pepper, and grated parmesan cheese, then toss to combine.
Mushroom Mint Pasta
(Recipe by Swati Patwal)
This mushroom mint pasta offers a fresh flavor with creamy, tender bites of mushrooms.
Ingredients:
- Pasta
- Mushrooms
- Mint
- Onions
- Olive oil
- Cream
- Sugar
- Salt
- Pepper
Method:
- Cook the pasta until tender. Drain and add three tablespoons of olive oil.
- In a pan, heat olive oil on medium. Add sliced onions and mushrooms, sautéing until golden brown.
- Stir in the cream and chopped mint leaves, cooking for five minutes.
- Season with sugar, salt, and pepper, then mix the sauce with the pasta and serve.
