Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with fresh vegetables and olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 8 cups of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a cup of pasta water.
Preparing Vegetables
- 3
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Add the Vegetables
Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Combining Everything
- 6
Combine Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- 7
Add Cheese and Basil
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil. Toss everything together until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
- 8
Serve
Remove from heat and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and basil.