Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables in a light garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the 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. Add the zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, carrot, and asparagus. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
- 3
Add Spinach
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the vegetable broth, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss everything together on medium heat until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
- 5
Finish with Cheese
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
Serving
- 6
Serve
Serve the Pasta Primavera warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.