Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with fresh vegetables in a light garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Garlic 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, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Add the Vegetables
Add the bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the garlic sauce and vegetables.
- 5
Serve
Remove from heat and, if desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving. Enjoy your Pasta Primavera warm!