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Delicious Pasta Primavera

Delicious Pasta Primavera: A Colorful Twist on Classic Comfort

Delicious Pasta Primavera is a quick, colorful dish celebrating fresh vegetables and pasta in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta or fusilli, rotini, or whole wheat pasta
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 medium Red Onion or shallots
  • 1 medium Carrot or bell peppers
  • 2 cups Broccoli or asparagus, green beans
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper any variety or optional
  • 1 medium Zucchini or yellow squash
  • 1 clove Garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 cup Tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes
For the Seasoning and Garnish
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs like basil or oregano
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice or balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley or basil, cilantro

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add penne pasta and cook 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  3. Add chopped red onion and carrot, stirring frequently for about 2 minutes until fragrant and softening.
  4. Add broccoli florets and bell pepper, sautéing for another 2 minutes until they change color and are tender but still crisp.
  5. Introduce diced zucchini and yellow squash, stirring for an additional 3 minutes until tender and vibrant.
  6. Stir in minced garlic, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Add drained pasta to the skillet with vegetables, drizzle with reserved pasta water and lemon juice, tossing to combine.
  8. Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and parsley, tossing to incorporate. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and lemon wedge if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use seasonal vegetables for the best flavor. Cook pasta al dente for best texture. Reserve pasta water for a silky sauce.

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