30 min
30 min
6
đź’ˇ This high-fiber pea and prosciutto pasta uses parmesan cheese because it's virtually lactose-free. The sauce is made of blended peas and spinach offering up loads of fiber and nutrition. Let this dish serve as a reminder that food has many nuances and it's up to you to navigate what works best for your body!Â
Pea and Prosciutto Pasta Ingredients
- 1 lb. frozen peas
- 1 bunch of fresh spinach, rinsed
- 1 bunch of basil leaves (~10-16 leaves)
- 1 lb. linguini noodles
- 1/4 C grated parmesan, more for garnishing ( vegan parmesan also works. NOTE: Parmesan is extremely low in lactose hence why I'm using it here).
- 1 tbsp lemon juice, approximately 1/2 small lemon
- 8 slices of prosciutto
- zest of one lemon
Pea and Prosciutto Pasta Directions
Step 1
Fill a large stockpot about 3/4 full with water and set it over high heat until it comes to a vigorous boil.
Step 2
Once the water is boiling, generously salt it to achieve a flavor akin to ocean water. Then, introduce the peas into the boiling water. Cook until the peas turn a vibrant green, which should take approximately 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon or a spider strainer to remove the peas from the boiling water.
Step 3
Bring the water back to a rolling boil, add more salt if necessary, and carefully introduce the spinach. Cook until the spinach becomes bright green, which should take about 1 minute. Use a slotted spoon or a spider strainer to remove the spinach from the boiling water.
Step 4
Once again, bring the water back to a vigorous boil, and, if needed, season it with more salt. Proceed to cook the pasta noodles according to the instructions on the package until they reach al dente consistency. Reserve 1-2 cups of pasta water before straining.
Step 5
To a blender, add the peas, spinach, basil leaves, 1 tsp salt, grated parmesan, lemon juice, and a splash of pasta water. Blend until smooth. Add more pasta water as necessary.
Step 6
Loosely wrap a slice of prosciutto in a paper towel and microwave it at full power for 30-40 seconds. Allow it to sit at room temperature to complete the crisping process. If further crispiness is desired, microwave in 5-10 second intervals as needed. Repeat this procedure for each remaining slice of prosciutto. (NOTE: Alternatively, you can use an air fryer, toaster oven, broiler, or conventional oven).
Step 7
Toss the pasta with the sauce and more pasta water as needed. Top the pasta with more parmesan, lemon zest, and crumbled crispy prosciutto. Bottoms up!