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One-Pan Cavatappi Primavera

with spring vegetables and Parmesan breadcrumbs

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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In Your Box (serves 4)

  • Info
    16 oz. Cooked Cavatappi Pasta
  • 2 Zucchini
  • 8 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • 8 oz. Marinara Sauce
  • 5 oz. Baby Spinach
  • Info
    2 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • Info
    ½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Info
    1 oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Info
    ¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
  • 2 tsp. Garlic Salt

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    420
  • Carbohydrates
    52g
  • Net Carbs
    45g
  • Fat
    16g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Sodium
    1360mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • If using chicken cutlets, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 3-5 minutes per side. Cutlet thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner cutlet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.

  • If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. 

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Trim zucchini ends, quarter, and cut into 1/2" dice. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted. If you receive asparagus instead, trim off woody ends and cut into 1" pieces.

    Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.

  2. 2

    Cook the Vegetables

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add zucchini and half the garlic salt (reserve remaining for pasta) to hot pan. Stir occasionally until lightly browned and slightly tender, 3-4 minutes.

    If you receive asparagus, it may need more time. Add 2 Tbsp. water, cover, and stir occasionally, 1-3 minutes.

    Add tomatoes. Stir occasionally, 2 minutes.

    Add spinach in batches (don't overcrowd pan) and stir occasionally until wilted, 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Pasta and Finish Dish

    Stir pasta, sauce, remaining garlic salt, a pinch of pepper, and 1/4 cup water into hot pan. Bring to a simmer.

    Once simmering, stir in butter and shredded Parmesan until melted and combined. If too thick, add additional water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

    Remove from burner.

    While pasta cooks, continue recipe.

  4. 4

    Toast Panko and Finish Dish

    In a microwave-safe bowl, combine panko, 2 tsp. olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Microwave until golden-brown and toasted, 60-90 seconds, stirring once halfway through.

    Carefully remove from microwave and stir in grated Parmesan.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing pasta with panko-cheese mixture. Bon appétit!

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