Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with fresh vegetables in a garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Garlic 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.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water for later.
Preparing Vegetables
- 3
Chop and Prepare Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop all the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli, carrot, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- 5
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Making the Garlic Sauce
- 6
Prepare the Garlic Sauce
In the same skillet, create a space in the center and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
- 8
Season and Serve
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Finally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil before serving.