Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables in a light garlic sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Vegetables
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and reserve 1 cup of the pasta water.
- 2
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Add Vegetables
Add the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and julienned carrots to the skillet. Sauté the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- 5
Season and Serve
Stir in the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat, then serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.