Description
Pasta primavera is a vibrant, seasonal dish that showcases fresh vegetables atop al dente pasta, all enveloped in a light, buttery sauce. This colorful and flavorful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a taste of spring with every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable based on available ingredients, pasta primavera is sure to impress your family and friends while keeping things light and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet and sauté until they are tender but still crisp.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sautéed vegetables in the skillet. Stir in lemon juice and reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and toss to combine. Serve hot garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg