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Pasta Primavera

Vibrant Pasta Primavera: A Quick Veggie-Packed Delight

This quick Pasta Primavera features vibrant seasonal vegetables and is a wholesome meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 250 grams Pasta (Penne, Fusilli, etc.) Choose medium-sized shapes
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Swap with coconut oil if desired
  • 1 medium Red Onion Shallots can be used as a substitute
  • 1 medium Carrot Cut thin for quick cooking
  • 1 cup Broccoli Green beans or asparagus can be used
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Select your favorite color
  • 1 medium Squash/Zucchini Eggplant is a good substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes preferred
For the Seasoning and Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute dried herbs
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can also work
  • 50 grams Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Basil or cilantro are alternatives

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add red onion and carrots and sauté for about 2 minutes until onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in broccoli and bell pepper. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until vegetables are tender but crisp.
  4. Add zucchini and squash, and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened but still slightly firm.
  5. Lower heat and add garlic and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 2 minutes until garlic is fragrant and tomatoes are juicy.
  6. Transfer the vegetables to the pot with the drained pasta. Toss to coat evenly.
  7. Drizzle with lemon juice and stir in reserved pasta water until you reach desired sauciness.
  8. Mix in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is customizable with seasonal vegetables or any leftovers you have on hand.

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