Whole Wheat Noodles Put a New Twist on Pasta Primavera

This recipe will have you looking at whole wheat pasta differently.

Whole wheat pasta dishes are the best way to showcase our spring vegetables. Dreamstime/TNS

Let’s admit it, whole wheat pasta is misunderstood.

It’s different from the white, semolina pasta—nuttier, denser, and toastier—and delicious when allowed to shine in its own right. Don’t use it as a one-to-one swap; rather, lean into its nutty flavor and grainy texture. It’s a perfect match for savory, earthy, and/or oniony sauces with richness and depth.