NO-CREAM PASTA PRIMAVERA

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Spring veggies benefit from a quick roasting in olive oil and herbs before being tossed with penne. No cream here, just the fresh flavors of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon. A beautiful dish.

Provided by amanda1432

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (12 ounce) package penne pasta
1 yellow squash, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
½ red bell peppers, cut into matchsticks
½ pint grape tomatoes
1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
5 spears asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
¼ cup olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
¼ large yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons lemon zest
⅓ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
½ cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes; drain.
  • Toss squash, zucchini, carrot, red bell pepper, tomatoes, green beans, and asparagus together in a bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Arrange vegetables on the lined baking sheet.
  • Roast vegetables in preheated oven until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat remaining olive oil and butter in a large skillet. Cook onion and garlic in hot oil until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix cooked pasta, lemon zest, basil, parsley, and balsamic vinegar into the onion mixture. Gently toss and cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl. Toss with roasted vegetables and sprinkle with Romano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 251.8 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Mohib Amin
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This was the best pasta primavera I've ever had. The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked.


Giani Simmons
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ali Asd
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Bongiwe Mazongolo
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Sara Williams
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. The vegetables were so flavorful and the sauce was creamy and delicious.


Iyobosa Success
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This dish is a great starting point for creating your own pasta primavera recipe. I added some grilled chicken and a bit of spice to make it my own.


John Shady Empire
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I would make this dish again, but I would make a few changes. I would use less oil and I would cook the vegetables for a shorter amount of time.


CPR MC
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This dish was good, but not great. The sauce was a bit too heavy for my taste.


Hridoy Ctg
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This recipe was a disaster. The sauce was too thin and the vegetables were mushy.


Tariku Tirago
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I thought this dish was just okay. The sauce was a bit bland and the vegetables were a bit overcooked.


BMGAJLJ Yoo
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This is a really good recipe. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Louise Mcintosh
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Brocken Skull
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the pasta and vegetables, and they didn't even realize they were eating healthy.


Randi Lucas
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I was a bit skeptical about making pasta without cream, but this dish proved me wrong. It was delicious! The sauce was light and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Ganesh Thapa
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked.


Tj Rohn
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This pasta dish was so easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the addition of the asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes.