Best Buy-Inspired Pasta Primavera

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

A vibrant, creamy pasta dish featuring seasonal vegetables and a rich Parmesan sauce, perfect for a fresh and satisfying meal. This italian-inspired pasta (vegetarian) ready in about 50 minutes pairs spaghetti, fresh spinach, trimmed asparagus for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 lb asparagus, 4 cups spinach, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Toss with cooked pasta, adding 1/2 cup pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.