Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables and a light sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 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
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add Seasonal Vegetables
Add the bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Add Broth and Seasoning
Pour in the vegetable broth and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6
Simmer Sauce
Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Combining
- 7
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the vegetable sauce. Toss to combine and heat through.
- 8
Add Parmesan Cheese
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and evenly distributed.
Serving
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Serve the Pasta Primavera hot, garnished with fresh chopped basil.