6 Vegetables That Compliment Pasta

By Niveditha Kalyanaraman

September 22nd, 2023

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Pasta is a delicious and healthy dish. Majority of us eat it with bread. It's often also served with meat, cheese, or other sides. To make sure that your pasta dish isn’t a one-dimensional experience, here are 6 vegetables you can have as a side for pasta.

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Broccoli

Add an additional crunch to your pasta with broccoli florets and cheese.

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Green Beans And Garlic

The garlic will add a little pungency to your meal, but it’s not overwhelming and green beans are versatile.

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Green Peas And Mint

This one is quick and easy, and will add an extra burst of fresh flavour to your pasta.

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Kale

Kale can be made into crispy chips. They make an excellent side serving for pasta, as you can easily throw them in the oven while the pasta cooks.

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Beetroot

Opt for a beetroot side and add an adventurous twist! Beets are naturally low in calories and contain loads of vitamins and minerals.

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Turnip

Give your pasta a boost with mashed turnips. They are a root vegetable, which are often used in the same way as potatoes.

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Asparagus

Asparagus when roasted, gives a delicious mellow flavor to pasta and is a delicious and healthy side.

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