Go Back
–+ servings
Creamy Pasta Primavera

Creamy Pasta Primavera: A Cozy Vegetarian Delight

Creamy Pasta Primavera is an easy, satisfying vegetarian dish loaded with fresh vegetables and a dreamy sauce.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta Use your favorite type, such as penne or fusilli.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing the vegetables.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic enhances aroma and taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Hero of the creamy sauce.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for the best umami flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Mixed Vegetables e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add mixed vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat and pour in heavy cream. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Add lemon juice and zest.
  4. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, garnished with herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge. Add a splash of cream or water when reheating to maintain creaminess.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!