Creamy Spinach and Pea Pasta with Basil

Creamy Spinach and Pea Pasta with Basil

A vibrant, velvety sauce coats every bite of this quick and kid-friendly vegetable pasta dish.

⏱ 25 minServes 4Italian

Ingredients

  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn

Directions

  1. 1Cook pasta according to package directions, reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. 2Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3Add spinach and peas, cook until spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.
  4. 4Stir in Greek yogurt, Parmesan, and lemon juice until smooth.
  5. 5Toss drained pasta with sauce, adding pasta water to loosen.
  6. 6Top with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving.

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