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Ingredients
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Pasta and Vegetables
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
- 2
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Add Vegetables
Add the sliced bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss everything together and add reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
- 5
Season
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue to toss until the pasta is well-coated with the garlic oil and the vegetables are evenly distributed.
- 6
Serve
Remove from heat, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil. Serve immediately.