Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables and a light olive oil sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance flavor.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing Vegetables
- 3
Prepare Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
Making Sauce
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
- 8
Add Cheese and Basil
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil over the pasta. Toss gently to combine.
Serving
- 9
Serve
Serve the Pasta Primavera warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
