Description
Pasta Primavera is a vibrant and light dish packed with fresh vegetables, tossed in a garlic butter sauce with your favorite pasta. It’s a perfect option for a healthy and flavorful meal that’s both colorful and satisfying.
Ingredients
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12 oz pasta (such as spaghetti, penne, or fettuccine)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 medium zucchini, sliced
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1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1/2 cup fresh peas or frozen peas
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Lemon juice (optional for extra freshness)
Instructions
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Cook the pasta:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
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Sauté the vegetables:
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the cherry tomatoes, broccoli, zucchini, bell pepper, and peas. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
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Combine pasta and veggies:
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together.
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Stir in the butter and parmesan cheese until melted, adding a little reserved pasta water to create a smooth sauce.
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Season and serve:
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Season with salt and pepper to taste, and squeeze a little lemon juice over the top if desired for extra freshness.
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Garnish with chopped fresh basil and serve immediately.
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Notes
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Feel free to add other veggies like carrots, asparagus, or spinach for more variety.
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You can make this dish vegan by using vegan butter and nutritional yeast in place of the butter and cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Protein: 10g