Description
Easy Pasta Primavera is a quick and colorful dish packed with fresh vegetables and tossed in a light garlic and olive oil sauce. It’s the perfect meal for spring and summer, ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your choice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use any seasonal vegetables you have on hand.
- Can be made vegan by omitting Parmesan or using a plant-based alternative.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg