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Delicious Pasta Primavera

Delicious Pasta Primavera: A Colorful Twist on Dinner Nights

Delicious Pasta Primavera is a quick and adaptable dish featuring fresh seasonal veggies and al dente pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
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
  • 8 ounces Pasta (penne, fusilli, rotini, farfalle) Choose whole wheat or legume-based pasta for added nutrition
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Essential for sautéing
  • 1 medium Red onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Carrot Julienned
  • 2 cups Broccoli Cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 medium Bell pepper Sliced
  • 1 medium Squash Diced
  • 1 medium Zucchini Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
  • to taste Salt

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a vigorous boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics: Add minced garlic, red onion, and carrot to the skillet. Sauté for about 2 minutes until softened.
  4. Add Crunchy Vegetables: Toss in broccoli and bell peppers. Sauté for about 2 minutes until broccoli is bright green.
  5. Incorporate Soft Vegetables: Add diced squash and zucchini, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Mix in Tomatoes and Seasoning: Pour in chopped tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 2 minutes.
  7. Combine Pasta and Veggies: Add drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water gradually.
  8. Finish with Flavor: Remove from heat, drizzle with lemon juice, and toss in Parmesan. Adjust seasoning with salt.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Spoon into serving bowls, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the veggies according to your preference and enjoy the versatility of this dish.

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