Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with fresh vegetables and a light olive oil sauce.
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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 spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Sautéing 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. Then, add the bell peppers, zucchini, carrot, and broccoli. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 3
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until they start to soften.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Mix Pasta and Vegetables
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as necessary to create a light sauce.
- 5
Season and Serve
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil just before serving. Serve immediately.
