Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with fresh 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 a pinch of salt and the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sautéing 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. Then, add the zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 3
Add Spinach and Tomatoes
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and spinach leaves. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Combine Pasta and Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together gently to combine.
- 5
Seasoning
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the pasta and vegetables. Toss again to ensure even seasoning.
- 6
Serve with Cheese
Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates. Top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.