Description
Best Pasta Primavera is a vibrant and delicious dish that perfectly combines al dente pasta with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables. This quick recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With the aromatic blend of garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese, every bite offers a burst of flavor. Feel free to customize it with seasonal veggies or proteins for added heartiness—your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes) and drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and garlic; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add bell peppers, zucchini, and tomatoes; sauté for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.
- Combine cooked pasta with the veggies in the skillet; add reserved pasta water if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until well combined, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 10mg