Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with fresh vegetables in a light sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 8 cups of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Vegetables and Sauce
- 3
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped bell peppers, zucchini, sliced carrots, broccoli florets, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 5
Add Broth and Seasoning
Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in 1 cup of chopped fresh basil and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables and sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- 7
Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Enjoy your Pasta Primavera!
