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A colorful bowl of fresh Pasta Primavera with assorted vegetables

Best way to grow a perfect Pasta Primavera in 30 minutes

This recipe title is ambiguous and implies "growing" pasta primavera, which is not a culinary concept. Assuming the user meant "make" a perfect Pasta Primavera quickly, this recipe provides a delicious and easy method for a vegetarian pasta dish filled with fresh vegetables, ready in under 30 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight meal that's both healthy and satisfying.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta
Vegetables
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 cup vegetable broth
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini; cook for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  2. Add broccoli and cherry tomatoes to the skillet; cook for another 2-3 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
  3. Stir in the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. If needed, add some reserved pasta water to create a light sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.