Description
Pasta Primavera is a colorful and nutritious dish that perfectly embodies the essence of spring. Bursting with vibrant seasonal vegetables and penne pasta, this delightful recipe is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. In just 35 minutes, you can create a delicious meal that’s suitable for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. The fresh flavors of garlic, olive oil, and an array of colorful veggies come together harmoniously, making Pasta Primavera a wholesome choice for any occasion. Whether served warm or as a chilled pasta salad, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 large red onion (sliced)
- 1 medium carrot (cut into strips)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 bunch asparagus (cut into pieces)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and season with salt. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced vegetables (onion, carrot, zucchini, bell pepper, asparagus). Sauté until tender-crisp (about 7-9 minutes).
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and remove from heat. Combine cooked pasta with sautéed vegetables in a serving bowl.
- Gradually add reserved pasta water to moisten the dish as needed. Toss in fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg