October marks National Pasta Month, a celebration established by the National Pasta Association. This year, our theme of “Pasta for All” and #PastaforAll celebrates the universal appeal of pasta as a nutritious, affordable, and versatile staple that belongs on every table. Be sure to use #NationalPastaMonth and #SharethePasta all month long.
Check out how pasta can improve your diet with recipe inspiration, research and more.
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- Orzo Salad with Kale, Beets, and Goat Cheese
- Pasta with Broccoli Peso and Salmon
- 15 Minute Lemon Pepper Pasta with Shrimp
- Healthy Stuffed Shells
- Vegetarian Pho
- Warm Moroccan Spiced Couscous Salad
- Mushroom and Kale Pesto Pasta with Toasted Hazelnuts
- Chickpea and Cauliflower Pasta Soup with Turmeric
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- Boosts Vegetable Intake
- Pasta is a perfect way to add more vegetables to your diet. Pasta also acts as blank palette for any flavor profile. Use spices, herbs or seasonings for a Mediterranean, Asian, Italian or fusion meal.
- Pasta Makes You Happy
- A recent study proved what we have known –pasta makes you happy. The study measured 40 participants physical and neurological changes as they ate pasta, and then compared those responses to reactions from listening to their favorite songs or watching a sporting event. They found participants were happiest when eating pasta.
- Pasta Eaters Get More Nutrients
- Pasta eaters have greater intake of key nutrients like folate, iron, magnesium, dietary fiber and vitamin E than non-pasta eaters. Another study found pasta-eaters had a higher daily consumption of vegetables compared to non-pasta eaters.
- Pasta Provides Energy.
- Pasta is a complex carbohydrate, so it is absorbed and digested more slowly than simple carbohydrates. This provides excellent energy for physical activity and sports.
