Penne Primavera

Description
This can be a satisfying vegetarian meal in itself. You can add cubed chicken or shrimp for a complete meal. Substitute in-season vegetables, dial up or minimize the heat by controlling the amount of red pepper flakes.
 * By Chef Antonio Cecconi (Original recipe
 * Contributed by Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group
 * Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes
 * Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 8 ounces Dreamfield's® penne rigate
 * 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
 * ¼ cup red onion, chopped
 * ½ cup broccoli florets, chopped
 * ½ cup carrot, chopped
 * ½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
 * 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
 * 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
 * ½ teaspoon garlic salt
 * ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
 * 1½ cups marinara sauce
 * ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

 * 1) Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and sauté onion, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper and basil until soft, about 5 minutes.
 * 2) Add spinach, garlic salt, hot pepper flakes and marinara sauce; reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes.
 * 3) Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain well.
 * 4) Toss pasta with sauce mixture and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Nutritional information
Per serving :
 * Calories 226kcal | Protein 10g | Carbohydrates 15g | Fat 7g | Saturated Fat 2g | Cholesterol 2mg | Sodium 505mg | Total Dietary Fiber 6g