Description
A delightful celebration of fresh vegetables tossed with perfectly cooked pasta, this Vegetarian Pasta Primavera is a quick and easy dish perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli, and garlic. Sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in the halved cherry tomatoes and the cooked pasta. Stir well.
- Season with salt and pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until everything is hot.
- Serve warm, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables for the best flavor. This dish is also easily made vegan by omitting the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: vegetarian, pasta, primavera, quick meals, healthy recipes