Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and carrot into bite-sized pieces.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chopped vegetables and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water little by little until desired consistency is reached. Season with black pepper and mix well.
Finishing Touches
- 5
Add Garnish
Stir in fresh spinach, chopped basil, and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spinach wilts. Remove from heat and serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.