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Pasta Primavera

A colorful medley of fresh veggies in a light garlic sauce served over perfectly cooked pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces pasta spaghetti, fettuccine, or your choice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers sliced
  • 1 cup zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet or sauté pan
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. While the pasta cooks, wash and slice your vegetables.
  3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in the bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until they soften but remain vibrant.
  6. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together to coat the pasta in the garlic oil.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Transfer the pasta primavera to serving plates and sprinkle with Parmesan and fresh basil.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice before serving.