Description
Pasta Primavera is a delightful Italian dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh seasonal vegetables. This colorful pasta dish is not only visually appealing but also quick to prepare, making it a fantastic choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its base of your favorite pasta, tossed with sautéed bell peppers, zucchini, asparagus, and cherry tomatoes, this dish bursts with nutrition and flavor. Drizzled with olive oil and finished with Parmesan cheese and a splash of lemon juice, Pasta Primavera is as versatile as it is delicious—perfect for customizing with any veggies you have on hand. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a warm bowl of Pasta Primavera that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- Pasta (bowtie or penne)
- Assorted fresh vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, asparagus, cherry tomatoes)
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente; reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add assorted fresh vegetables and cook until tender yet crisp.
- Combine drained pasta with sautéed vegetables; add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Stir in lemon juice and grated Parmesan cheese; mix well.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg