Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with a variety of fresh vegetables in a light garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 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 1 cup of pasta water.
Vegetable Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Slice the bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots; halve the cherry tomatoes; and cut the broccoli into florets. Set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 3
Make the Garlic Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Combine and Serve
- 4
- 5
Season and Garnish
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.