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Spring Pasta Primavera Fresh Veggies

Spring Pasta Primavera Fresh Veggies That's Bursting with Flavor

Celebrate spring with this vibrant Spring Pasta Primavera Fresh Veggies recipe, showcasing colorful seasonal vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Penne or any short pasta
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Zucchini sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup Yellow Squash sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup Asparagus cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas no need to thaw
For the Aromatics
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Shallot finely chopped
For the Fresh Herbs
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Lemon Zest grated
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated; omit for vegan
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add penne or farfalle, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve ½ cup cooking water, then drain.
  2. Prepare the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté garlic and shallot for 1 minute until translucent.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Add zucchini, yellow squash, asparagus, and bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until tender.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Peas: Stir in cherry tomatoes and frozen peas, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  5. Combine Pasta and Vegetables: Add the drained pasta, tossing to combine. Gradually add reserved pasta water if needed.
  6. Finish with Herbs and Seasoning: Stir in lemon zest and juice, basil, and parsley. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Add Cheese and Serve: Fold in Parmesan until melted. Serve warm with extra herbs and cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping vegetables to speed up the cooking process. Cook pasta until al dente to avoid mushiness. Adjust spiciness with red pepper flakes.

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