Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables and a light sauce.
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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 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
Add 8 cups of pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Preparing Vegetables
- 4
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, chop the zucchini, bell peppers, and carrot into bite-sized pieces.
- 5
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped zucchini, bell peppers, carrot, and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 7
Add Spinach
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Combining & Serving
- 8
Combine Pasta with Vegetables
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss gently to combine.
- 9
Add Sauce Ingredients
Pour in the lemon juice, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Toss everything together until well mixed.
- 10
Serve
Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.