How To Make A Spring Primavera Pasta

Spring Primavera pasta is a delicious and colorful pasta dish that incorporates seasonal vegetables. You can also add other seasonal vegetables like asparagus, broccoli, or spinach to the recipe. You can also use different types of pasta, such as whole wheat or gluten-free, to suit your dietary needs. Here’s a simple recipe to try. —Vita Daily

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of pasta (penne, fusilli or farfalle)
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 yellow squash, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup of frozen peas
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onion and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and frozen peas to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it with the vegetables until well combined. Add more salt and pepper, if needed.
5. Garnish the pasta with chopped basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!