Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pasta Primavera, a beautiful dish bursting with seasonal vegetables and aromatic garlic. This quick and customizable recipe transforms any dinner into a festive occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a casual get-together with friends. With its lively colors and fresh tastes, you’ll relish each twirl of pasta, making it a go-to for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti (or your preferred pasta)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chopped zucchini and bell peppers; sauté until slightly softened (around 5–7 minutes).
- Toss in cherry tomatoes and cooked pasta; mix gently, adding reserved pasta water for creaminess as needed.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese; stir until well combined and cheese melts (approximately 2–3 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 8mg