Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with a variety of seasonal vegetables in a light garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Vegetables
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Add the Vegetables
Add bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 4
Add Spinach
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Combining
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss everything together to combine well.
- 6
Season
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Toss again to mix.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.