Fresh veggies make the perfect addition to Alfredo pasta.
Fettuccine Alfredo is a thick, creamy comfort food almost everyone can enjoy. The ability to mix and match vegetables sets the stage for a great meal. Some people serve vegetables on the side, but adding them directly to the pasta is a fun way to eat them, especially for kids. Trying new ingredients each time you make an Alfredo pasta dish can keep things exciting; Next time it's on the menu in your home, consider adding one or more fresh veggies.
Broccoli
Broccoli will add lots color to the Alfredo without changing the taste of the meal very much. This green vegetable is packed full of essential C and K vitamins. In addition to the fluffy florets most people like to use, the stem of the broccoli can be chopped up and added to the pasta for texture and added nutrients.
Bell Peppers
Sweet peppers come in a variety of colors including green, red, orange and yellow. Slicing bell peppers and adding them to your fettuccine meal can add flavor and plenty of nutrients such as vitamins A and C, and disease-fighting antioxidants.
Mushrooms
Mushrooms offer a rich, meaty texture to any dish they're added to including fettuccine Alfredo. They also marry well with other vegetables and their texture adds a new dimension to the meal. Mushrooms are full of antioxidants, vitamin D and important B vitamins, such as niacin and riboflavin.
Other Tasty Options
Adding all your favorite vegetables is an easy way to create a healthy and satisfying fettuccine Alfredo. Experimenting with less familiar green vegetables, such as collards, chard and spinach, are great options. You might also like jicama, snow shoots or sprouts.
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