Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables by dicing the zucchini and bell pepper, halving the cherry tomatoes, julienning the carrot, and trimming the broccoli into florets.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the diced zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, carrot, and broccoli. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- 4
Add Spinach
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Combine
- 5
Mix Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Season with salt and black pepper. Toss to combine everything well.
- 6
Finish with Cheese and Basil
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Serve immediately.
