This easy vegetarian pasta primavera is loaded with fresh vegetables and tossed in a light and flavorful sauce. It's the perfect dish for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. This recipe is also great for meal prepping and can be customized with your favorite veggies.
Ingredients
- 8 oz of your favorite pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Directions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli. Cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy vegetarian pasta primavera!
Interesting Facts
Pasta primavera translates to 'spring pasta' in Italian, and is traditionally made with fresh spring vegetables.
This recipe is a great way to get in your daily serving of veggies in a tasty and satisfying way.
You can easily customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping out the pasta for a gluten-free option.