Pasta Nests with Mixed Vegetables and Ham

Name: Pasta Nests with Mixed Vegetables and Ham
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 50g pasta nests; 300g frozen mixed vegetables; 2 garlic cloves; Diced Spanish ham; Extra virgin olive oil

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Today I'm making pasta nests with mixed vegetables and ham to bring a little variety to my everyday meals without any hassle. If you're looking for an easy vegetable and pasta dish, these pasta nests are a wonderful way to combine veggies and cured ham in a single bowl. With just five minutes of prep and twenty minutes of cooking, lunch is served.

For these vegetable pasta nests, I use frozen mixed vegetables, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and diced Spanish ham. I finish everything in the skillet so the flavors blend together nicely: the garlic and ham give it that savory kick I love. The quantities are for a single serving, perfect for when I'm cooking just for myself.

To keep mixing up your routine, check out my Pasta with mixed vegetables and my Pasta with peas, ham, and mushrooms, two great ideas for quick weeknight dinners.

Prep: 5 minCook: 20 minServes: 1

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need

50g pasta nests
300g frozen mixed vegetables
2 garlic cloves
Diced Spanish ham
Extra virgin olive oil

Step by step

Method

1Bring a pot of water to a boil.
2Once boiling, add the mixed vegetables and cook for a couple of minutes.
3Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions.
4Meanwhile, in a skillet, sauté the minced garlic in a drizzle of olive oil.
5When the garlic starts to turn golden, add the diced ham.
6Drain the pasta and vegetables in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking.
7Drain thoroughly and add them to the skillet.
8Cook for 5 minutes, tossing well so all the flavors come together.
9All done! Now we can enjoy our PASTA NESTS WITH MIXED VEGETABLES AND HAM.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make these pasta nests with fresh vegetables?

Yes, you can easily swap the frozen vegetable mix for fresh veggies. Cut them into similar-sized pieces and cook each vegetable to your liking before tossing with the pasta and ham.

How do I store any leftover pasta with vegetables and ham?

Place it in an airtight container in the fridge within two hours and eat it within the next two days. When reheating, add a small splash of water so the pasta doesn't dry out, and heat through completely.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, just use gluten-free pasta nests or any other suitable pasta shape, following the cooking time on the package. Double-check the labels on the ham and vegetable mix as well to ensure they are gluten-free.