Penne with Salmon and Roasted Vegetables

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MAKES 6 SERVINGS
PREP TIME: 25 minutes
COOK TIME: 45 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes

Important Prenatal Benefits

• Copper, an important cofactor of enzymes that aid in the development of your baby’s heart, skeletal system, brain, and nervous system
• Fiber, which helps support digestive health
• Folate, which is a B vitamin that helps support healthy neural tube development
• Iron, which is a component of hemoglobin and helps support mental development
• Magnesium, which serves as an important component of more than 300 enzymes in the body
• Manganese, which plays a role in metabolism and blood clotting and aids in your baby’s development of organs, bones, and connective tissue
• Niacin, which aids in normal nervous system function
• DHA, which helps support the development of your baby’s brain and eyes
• Phosphorus, which is a component of all cell membranes, as well as DNA and RNA, and aids in the development of strong teeth and bones
• Protein, which helps promote the development of muscles and organs
• Riboflavin, which aids in tissue function, respiration, and metabolism
• Thiamin, which aids in metabolism and allows for normal function of the nervous system and muscles
• Vitamin A, which supports your baby’s immune system and aids in cell growth
• Vitamin B6, a component of several enzymes that aid in protein metabolism
• Vitamin B12, which plays an important role in red blood cell formation and a healthy nervous system
• Vitamin C, which helps support the immune system, and is an important component in the formation of collagen
• Vitamin E, which works as an antioxidant and helps support skin health
• Biotin, which aids in metabolism and helps the body’s cells produce energy
• Calcium, which helps with the development and hardening of your baby’s bones
• Choline, which helps support your baby’s brain development
• Pantothenic acid, a component of coenzyme A which aids in obtaining energy from food
• Potassium, a type of electrolyte important for your body to function properly
• Selenium, which contributes to a healthy immune system and proper thyroid function
• Zinc, which is an essential component of more than 100 enzymes, is important for your baby’s growth and development

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prepare the pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, cut the leeks into 2-inch lengths and quarter them lengthwise. Rinse the leeks completely. Place the leeks and bell pepper in a 13-x-9-inch baking dish. Add the broth, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of the oil, thyme, and black pepper. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
3. Add the squash, olives, and salmon to the baking dish and drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Cover and bake until the salmon is opaque and the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
4. Place the penne in a large serving bowl. Break the salmon into bite-size pieces and add to the penne with the vegetables. Toss to combine.