Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with mixed vegetables in a light sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cook the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt to the boiling water and then add the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Prepare the Vegetables
- 3
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop all the vegetables: bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, carrot, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
Make the Sauce
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- 6
Add Broth and Seasoning
Pour in the vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and mix well. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water.
- 8
Add Cheese and Basil
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil until well combined.
Serve
- 9
Plate the Pasta
Serve the Pasta Primavera warm, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.