Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables and a light olive oil sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing Vegetables
- 3
Chop Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, chop the zucchini, bell peppers, carrot, and asparagus into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and mince the garlic.
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant in color.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Mix Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine.
- 7
Season
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
- 8
Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving.
