LIGHT AND EASY PASTA PRIMAVERA

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Make and share this Light and Easy Pasta Primavera recipe from Food.com.

Provided by annh53182

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 35m

Yield 10 cups, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 ounces gemelli pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 onion, diced
1 carrot, peeled sliced thin
1 medium zucchini, sliced into small chunks
1 medium yellow squash, sliced into small chunks
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup frozen peas
10 -12 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup white wine
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 lemon, juice of
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. DO NOT DRAIN WATER. With a slotted spoon, remove pasta and transfer to bowl and set aside. Add broccoli florets to pasta water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is just tender. Drain and set broccoli aside.
  • In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat olive oil. Add garlic and onion and cook until onions are translucent.
  • Add boiled broccoli and sauté for 1 minute. Then add carrots, zucchini, squash, red bell pepper, salt and pepper - sauté until just tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add cherry tomatoes and peas and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Pour in white wine, add lemon zest and lemon juice. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add pasta to the veggies and combine thoroughly. Pour into a large serving bowl.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and parsley to the veggies and pasta, stirring gently. Add additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or refrigerate and serve cold.

Gulam Mustfa
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This pasta primavera is a delicious and healthy meal. I love the combination of vegetables and the flavorful sauce.


valentine chebet
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Arshad Naz
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or omit ingredients to suit my own taste. I also like that it's a healthy and delicious meal.


Dhee Jhaa
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This pasta primavera is the perfect meal for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


alberta joseph
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Maxamed sharaf Deeqow
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This is one of my favorite pasta primavera recipes. It's so flavorful and the vegetables are always cooked perfectly.


Anwar Dogar
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Overall, this is a good pasta primavera recipe. It's easy to make and it's a healthy and delicious meal. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Kiyas Deen
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for a weeknight meal. I think I'll try a simpler pasta primavera recipe next time.


WANTED GAMING
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The sauce was a bit too oily for my liking. I think I'll try using less olive oil next time.


Ifrah Abdullahi
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes to give it more flavor.


Probablyac
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This pasta primavera is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. I also like to add a handful of chopped nuts for extra crunch.


Binay Chaudhary
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I can add or omit ingredients to suit my family's tastes. I also like that it's a healthy and delicious meal.


Achebe Ogugejiofr
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This pasta primavera is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the colorful vegetables and the yummy sauce.


Sanjeev YADAV
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's perfect for a weeknight meal. I love that I can get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.


Jocelyn Kimber
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I'm not a big fan of vegetables, but this recipe changed my mind. The vegetables are cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kursed Ahmed
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge and this is a great way to use them up. The results are always delicious!


rubangiza kevine
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I've been making this pasta primavera recipe for years and it's always a hit. The vegetables are always fresh and crisp, and the sauce is light and flavorful. I love that I can add or omit ingredients to suit my family's tastes.


Jimmy O'Brien
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This pasta primavera recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a busy working mom and I often don't have a lot of time to cook elaborate meals. This recipe is quick, easy, and healthy. My family loves it!