Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables in a light olive oil sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 8 cups of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing Vegetables
- 3
Prep Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Vegetables
Add the prepared vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, carrots, and asparagus) to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 7
Season the Mixture
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to combine.
Combining Everything
- 8
Combine Pasta and Vegetables
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss well to combine.
- 9
Add Cheese and Basil
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 0.5 cups of chopped fresh basil. Toss until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
Serving
- 10
Serve
Divide the Pasta Primavera into serving bowls and enjoy hot. Optionally, garnish with additional basil or cheese.