Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water for later use.
Sautéing Vegetables
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Cook Vegetables
Add the diced zucchini, sliced bell pepper, julienned carrot, broccoli florets, and halved cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Combine Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine.
- 8
Add Seasoning
Pour in the reserved pasta water, black pepper, and chopped fresh basil. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and vegetables evenly.
- 9
Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm and enjoy your Pasta Primavera!