Pasta primavera is a classic Italian dish that's easy to make and packed with fresh, seasonal vegetables. This colorful dish is a great way to enjoy the bounty of summer produce, and it's a perfect meal for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual lunch. With its vibrant flavors and simple preparation, pasta primavera is a favorite among both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy meal or a hearty and satisfying dish, pasta primavera is sure to please.
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PASTA PRIMAVERA
A hearty, veggie packed pasta dish that's perfect for serving year round! It has so much fresh flavor, it's a great way to use up those vegetables in the fridge, plus it's a bright and colorful dish so it helps get the kids to eat their vegetables.
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook penne pasta in salted water according to package directions, reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Meanwhile heat olive oil in a 12-inch (and deep) skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add red onion and carrot and saute 2 minutes.
- Add broccoli and bell pepper then saute 2 minutes.
- Add squash and zucchini then saute 2 - 3 minutes or until veggies have nearly softened.
- Add garlic, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning and saute 2 minutes longer.
- Pour veggies into now empty pasta pot or a serving bowl, add drained pasta, drizzle in lemon juice, season with a little more salt as needed and toss while adding in pasta water to loosen as desired.
- Toss in 1/4 cup parmesan and parsley then serve with remaining parmesan on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 198 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY PASTA PRIMAVERA RECIPE
Simple pasta primavera with roasted vegetables and dressed in a light sauce using the pasta cooking water, extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest and a little Parmesan cheese. I use a medley of vegetables, and you can feel free to change them up depending on what is in season! This is a great way to keep your primavera exciting and delicious. If you want to add some extra protein, throw in some quick lemon chicken or grilled shrimp skewers.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Place the vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Add garlic, oregano, and thyme. Season with a big pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Drizzle a good amount of extra virgin olive oil. Toss to coat.
- Transfer the vegetables to a large sheet pan (or two if needed). Spread them out well. Roast in heated oven for about 20 minutes (stirring half-way through).
- While the vegetables are roasting, cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package (about 10 to 12 minutes). Reserve some of the pasta cooking water. Drain pasta.
- Transfer pasta to a large bowl and season with salt and pepper, and if you like, a little oregano and fresh thyme. Add the vegetables in. Add the tomatoes and lemon zest. Add a bit of the pasta cooking water, a bit of extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8 kcal, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Protein 13.2 g, Fat 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Cholesterol 5.7 mg, Sodium 162 mg, Fiber 5.8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PASTA PRIMAVERA
Giada De Laurentiis' Pasta Primavera recipe, from Everyday Italian on Food Network, is bursting with roasted vegetables and Parmesan.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- On a large heavy baking sheet, toss all of the vegetables with the oil, salt, pepper, and dried herbs to coat. Transfer half of the vegetable mixture to another heavy large baking sheet and arrange evenly over the baking sheets. Bake until the carrots are tender and the vegetables begin to brown, stirring after the first 10 minutes, about 20 minutes total.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Toss the pasta with the vegetable mixtures in a large bowl to combine. Toss with the cherry tomatoes and enough reserved cooking liquid to moisten. Season the pasta with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and serve immediately.
EASY PASTA PRIMAVERA RECIPE
Pasta Primavera is an easy pasta recipe loaded with vegetables and tossed with light butter and lemon sauce. It's the perfect vegetarian pasta dish for spring and summer.
Provided by Valentina Ablaev
Categories Easy
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al'dente or to your desired doneness, drain water and cover to keep warm.
- While the pasta cooks, cook the vegetables: place a large deep skillet or dutch oven over medium-high heat and add oil. Add bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and red onion and saute tossing and stirring frequently until vegetables are crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- Reduce heat to medium and add the butter and garlic and cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the pasta, lemon juice, and parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Once pasta is heated through, remove from heat.
- Garnish with more freshly grated parmesan if desired and sprinkle on parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 669 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY VEGGIE PASTA PRIMAVERA
Perfect for pasta night family dinners, our Easy Pasta Primavera recipe is so simple to pull together. We used zucchini, yellow squash and peas, but the beauty of this recipe is that you can customize it with whatever veggies you like.
Provided by Country Crock®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Country Crock®
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook 3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Add vegetables and cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broth and simmer 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add remaining tablespoon Country Crock® Spread.
- Toss vegetable mixture with cooked pasta, mint or basil, and lemon zest. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.7 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 155.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
BROCCOLI VEGGIE PASTA PRIMAVERA
Chock-full of veggies, this simple, colorful pasta makes a filling dinner. In smaller servings, it works equally well as a side dish. -Stephanie Marchese, Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook linguine according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the broccoli, carrot and onions in butter for 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms, garlic, basil, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Add snow peas and wine. Cover and cook for 2 minutes or until peas are crisp-tender., Drain linguine; add to skillet and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
GARDEN VEGETABLE PRIMAVERA
Although I enjoy this dish throughout the year, it's even more special when I use my garden to supply the vegetables. A splash of white wine and a sprinkle of fresh basil really add flavor. I have also roasted the vegetables and mixed in chicken breasts with scrumptious results. -Carly Curtin, Ellicott City, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the zucchini, carrot, Italian seasoning and salt in oil until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth and wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half., Drain fettuccine. Add the fettuccine, cheese and basil to the skillet and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your pasta primavera is packed with flavor.
- Don't overcook the vegetables. They should be tender-crisp, not mushy.
- Use a light hand with the oil. Pasta primavera is a light dish, so you don't want to weigh it down with too much oil.
- Season the dish to taste. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good starting points.
- Add some fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, for extra flavor.
- Serve pasta primavera immediately, while it's still hot.
Conclusion:
Pasta primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's light, flavorful, and packed with fresh vegetables. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give pasta primavera a try. You won't be disappointed!
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