Pasta Primavera
Pasta Primavera is a classic Italian dish that features pasta tossed with a variety of fresh, seasonal vegetables. The name “primavera” means “spring” in Italian, reflecting the dish’s emphasis on fresh, light ingredients. Common vegetables used include zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and peas, often combined with a light sauce made from olive oil, garlic, and sometimes cream or cheese.
Pasta Primavera is a versatile, colorful, and healthy backpacking meal
nutrition info:
calories: 559, protein: 20.4 g, carbs: 87.7 g, sugars: 12.7 g, dietary fiber: 10.7 g, fat: 16.9 g, sodium: 280 mg
you'll need:
10 gs dehydrated zucchini slices
10 gs dehydrated green peas
10 gs dehydrated tomatoes
10 gs dried mushrooms
1/2 vegetable bouillon cube, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning iHerb
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder iHerb
1 tablespoon ghee
1 tablespoon freeze-dried grated Parmesan cheese or shelf-stable grated Parmesan cheese
at home:
Combine pasta, dehydrated vegetables and spices in a medium-sized zip lock bag.
Pack ghee and Parmesan cheese separately.
on the trail:
Pour Pasta Primavera mixture into a pot, add 1 cup water and stir well.
Place pot over medium heat and bring to a boil.
Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand another 5-10 minutes to rehydrate meal completely.
Stir in ghee and Parmesan cheese.
notes:
For vegan and lactose-free version omit ghee and cheese. Ghee also can be replaced with olive oil.
