Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 8 cups of pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water.
Preparing Vegetables
- 4
Chop Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, carrot, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- 5
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
- 6
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still vibrant.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine.
- 8
Add Seasoning
Pour in the reserved pasta water gradually if needed, until reaching desired consistency. Season with black pepper, and top with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil.
- 9
Serve
Toss everything together until well combined. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and basil if desired.