Light And Easy Pasta Primavera Recipe

Name: Light And Easy Pasta Primavera
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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

Servings: persons

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

1
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.
2
In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat olive oil. Add garlic and onion and cook until onions are translucent.
3
Add boiled broccoli and saute for 1 minute. Then add carrots, zucchini, squash, red bell pepper, salt and pepper - saute until just tender, about 3-4 minutes.
4
Add cherry tomatoes and peas and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
5
Pour in white wine, add lemon zest and lemon juice. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
6
Add pasta to the veggies and combine thoroughly. Pour into a large serving bowl.
7
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.

437

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces gemelli pasta, 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Light And Easy Pasta Primavera falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Light And Easy Pasta Primavera

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