Tri Color Pasta Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful pasta dish ready in just 15 minutes! This easy recipe combines tri-color pasta with sweet peas, juicy tomatoes, and creamy pesto for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Perfect for busy individuals and families.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 568 kcal
Protein 50g
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Ingredients for Tri Color Pasta

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How to Make Tri Color Pasta

  1. Cook 1 pound of tri-color pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  2. During the last 5 minutes of pasta cooking, add 1 cup of frozen peas to the boiling water.
  3. Drain the pasta and peas in a colander.
  4. Rinse the pasta and peas under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool them down.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, peas, 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (drained), and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup of pesto sauce until evenly distributed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

20g

Carbs

32g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tri Color Pasta?

Tri Color Pasta takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tri Color Pasta?

Tri Color Pasta has approximately 568 calories per serving, with about 50 g protein, 32 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tri Color Pasta?

The key ingredients for Tri Color Pasta are Pasta, Frozen Green Peas, Plum Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, Pesto Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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