Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and a light garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cook Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare Vegetables
- 3
Chop Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, chop the bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli) to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still vibrant.
Combine and Serve
- 6
Mix Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss everything together to combine.
- 7
Season
Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and vegetables. Toss well to combine.
- 8
Garnish
Serve the Pasta Primavera hot, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh basil on top.