Best 9 Summer Squash Pasta Primavera Recipes

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Summer squash pasta primavera is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a warm summer evening. The combination of fresh summer squash, colorful vegetables, and a light sauce creates a meal that is both flavorful and healthy. Whether you are a vegetarian or simply looking for a lighter meal, this dish is sure to please. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, summer squash pasta primavera is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the season.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

HEALTHY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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For pasta primavera made easy, try this recipe packed with vegetables including asparagus, mushrooms, yellow squash, and cherry tomatoes.

Provided by Jill Andersen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups whole grain penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup shredded carrot
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in an extra-large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus, mushrooms, and squash; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, carrot, garlic, oregano, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes; cook until tomatoes begin to soften, about 1 minute.
  • Drain penne; stir into vegetable mixture along with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Top servings with remaining cheese and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 337.6 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SPAGHETTI SQUASH PRIMAVERA



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Sunny-colored squash shells make attractive bowls for this satisfying meatless main dish, perfect for a summer supper. The recipe showcases a bountiful medley of vegetables. -CoraLee Collis, Ankeny, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large spaghetti squash (3-1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup sliced carrot
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup thinly sliced yellow summer squash
1 cup thinly sliced zucchini
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cut spaghetti squash in half; discard seeds. Place cut side up on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, covered, on high for 9 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the carrot, onion and peppers in oil for 3 minutes. Add yellow squash and zucchini; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until squash is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Reduce heat; add the tomatoes, corn, salt, oregano and thyme. Cook 5 minutes longer or until heated through, stirring occasionally. , Separate spaghetti squash strands with a fork. Spoon vegetable mixture into squash; sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SUMMER SQUASH PASTA PRIMAVERA



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SINCE I eat very little meat, I'm always on the lookout for vegetarian and low-fat recipes. I came up with this recipe after a lot of experimenting. I used tomatoes as a base for the sauce, and my version of pasta primavera has been enjoyed by both family and friends.-Clara DelVitto, Midlothian, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sliced onion
1/2 cup julienned green or sweet red pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup sliced zucchini
1/2 cup sliced yellow summer squash
2 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
3/4 cup stewed tomatoes
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 cups hot cooked pasta
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add the zucchini, yellow squash and mushrooms; saute for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and basil. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Toss with pasta; sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH CARROTS, BELL PEPPERS AND SQUASH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt
1 8.8-ounce package egg fettuccine
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 carrots, thinly sliced
2 orange bell peppers, sliced
1 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 Fresno chile pepper, thinly sliced (remove seeds for less heat)
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
Freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
1 1/2 cups yellow cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered if large

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots, bell peppers, squash, chile, garlic, thyme and vinegar; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Reduce the heat to medium low; cover and cook, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are very tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Add the heavy cream to the skillet; bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in the parmesan until just melted, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes.
  • Increase the heat to medium and add the pasta and the reserved cooking water. Cook, tossing, until coated, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Top with more parmesan.

PASTA PRIMAVERA



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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

3 carrots, peeled and cut into thin strips
2 medium zucchini or 1 large zucchini, cut into thin strips
2 yellow squash, cut into thin strips
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs or herbes de Provence
1 pound farfalle (bowtie pasta)
15 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

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.

PRIMAVERA SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



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When baked in the oven, the inside of spaghetti squash takes on a noodle-like texture, making it a perfect low-carb alternative to your favorite pasta recipe. And this creamy primavera recipe takes spaghetti squash to the next level. The squash is loaded with vegetables like mushroom, broccoli, and asparagus, then it's tossed with a creamy parmesan mixture, which you can also make dairy-free.

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 spaghetti squash
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic
½ cup onion, diced
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup asparagus, chopped
½ cup squash, sliced
½ cup cherry tomato, halved
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ cup milk, or milk alternative
¼ cup vegetarian parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  • With a sharp knife, slice the squash in half. If the squash is too tough, puncture in several places forming a dotted line around the squash. Microwave for 3-5 minutes to soften. Allow to cool before cutting in half.
  • Scoop out the seeds, brush with oil, and sprinkle with salt, and pepper. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce the skin.
  • Meanwhile, in a pan combine oil, garlic, and onion over medium heat, and sautè until onions are translucent.
  • Add mushrooms and cook for 3 minutes. Add the broccoli, asparagus, squash, tomatoes, salt, and pepper and cook until almost cooked through.
  • Add the milk/ milk alternative until warmed through. Add the vegetarian Parmesan and mix until evenly spread throughout vegetables. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.
  • Remove squash from the oven, with a fork pull at the edges to produce that stringy "spaghetti" quality.
  • In the pan combine "spaghetti" with vegetables. Return to the squash and top with Parmesan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 18 grams

EASY VEGGIE PASTA PRIMAVERA



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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

8 ounces penne pasta
3 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread, divided
2 medium shallots, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup zucchini, sliced
1 cup yellow squash, sliced
1 cup frozen peas
½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint or basil
½ teaspoon lemon zest
Grated Parmesan cheese

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

SUMMER SQUASH PRIMAVERA



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Make and share this Summer Squash Primavera recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces dried linguine
2 green onions, sliced
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium red sweet peppers, sliced
2 medium yellow sweet peppers, sliced
2 -3 medium carrots, sliced
1 small zucchini, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup snipped fresh basil
1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (2 ounces)
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Return to saucepan; cover and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook green onion and garlic in hot oil for 30 seconds. Stir in sweet pepper and carrot. Cook and stir for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the zucchini, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir for 3 minutes more. Add broth. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 1 minutes or just until vegetables are tender.
  • Add vegetable mixture and basil to pasta; toss to combine.
  • Transfer to serving dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.8, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 560.8, Carbohydrate 79.7, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 6.6, Protein 20.4

PRODUCE DRAWER PRIMAVERA



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Primavera is Italian for 'spring' and Pasta Primavera is a classic dish that uses lots of fresh vegetables. Ree remembers eating it as a child and she emptied the produce drawer in her fridge for this satisfying and economic version.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Kosher salt
12 ounces linguini
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow squash, halved and cut into half-moons
5 to 6 asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 to 4 cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup diced ham
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoon prepared pesto
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta, according to package instructions, until al dente and then drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet on a medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper, squash, asparagus, and mushrooms and cook, stirring, for a couple of minutes to soften. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper then remove to a plate.
  • Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter. Add the ham, onion, garlic, and herbs along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring to ensure the garlic doesn't burn, 2 to 3 minutes. Deglaze with the white wine, scraping up the bottom of the pan. Add the cream and prepared pesto, stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and allow to thicken, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the reserved vegetables and cooked pasta to the skillet, then toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Thin the sauce with the reserved pasta water if necessary. Garnish with the Parmesan and serve.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of summer squash. Different types of summer squash have different flavors and textures, so using a mix will add depth and interest to your dish.
  • Don't overcook the squash. Summer squash cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become mushy.
  • Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to this dish, so use them if you can. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use less since they are more concentrated.
  • Add some protein. If you want to make this dish a little more hearty, you can add some protein, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Serve immediately. This dish is best served immediately after it is made, so that the squash is still tender and the sauce is still hot.

Conclusion:

Summer squash pasta primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is light and refreshing, and it is packed with flavor. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give summer squash pasta primavera a try.

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