Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables in a light sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Pasta 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.
Vegetable Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces: bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes.
Sauce Preparation
- 3
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- 5
Combine Ingredients
Pour the vegetable broth into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Final Touch
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.