Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with fresh vegetables and a light olive oil sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.
Preparing Vegetables
- 3
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 4
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the chopped bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Add Spinach and Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes are slightly softened.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Mix Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine everything evenly.
- 7
Season the Dish
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss again to ensure the pasta is well-coated with the olive oil and vegetables.
- 8
Serve with Parmesan
Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.
