Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with mixed seasonal vegetables in a light sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Vegetable Preparation
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then add the zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Make the Sauce
Pour the vegetable broth into the skillet with the vegetables. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 3-5 minutes, letting the flavors meld.
Combine Ingredients
- 5
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce and vegetables.
- 6
Add Parmesan
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and integrated into the dish.
Serve
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the Pasta Primavera to serving plates and garnish with chopped fresh basil. Serve immediately.