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 the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
Preparing Vegetables
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the bell peppers, zucchini, carrot, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until they are tender but still crisp. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Mix Everything Together
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Drizzle in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and toss to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
- 5
Season and Serve
Season the pasta with black pepper and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese and basil if desired.