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 water to a boil. Add salt and pasta, cooking until al dente according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water for later use.
Sautéing Vegetables
- 3
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
- 5
- 6
Add Spinach and Tomatoes
Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Pasta with Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve desired consistency.
- 8
Season the Dish
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine and heat through for another 2 minutes.
Serving
- 9
Plate and Serve
Serve the Pasta Primavera hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.