Pasta Primavera With Cauliflower Sauce Recipe

Name: Pasta Primavera With Cauliflower Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 cups cauliflower florets; 3/4 cup vegetable broth; 1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish; 1/3 cup water; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 6 ounces multigrain spaghetti, uncooked; 4 cups broccoli florets, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-size strips; 2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil; 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional); 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups cauliflower florets
3/4 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
1/3 cup water
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
6 ounces multigrain spaghetti, uncooked
4 cups broccoli florets, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-size strips
2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in cauliflower and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until tender, about 15 minutes. Uncover and let cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor. Add cheese, water, and black pepper. Cover and pulse until smooth.
2
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli and bell pepper the last 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
3
Return pasta mixture to pot and stir in cauliflower sauce. Heat through, stirring in reserved cooking water (if needed) to reach desired consistency. Garnish with basil, zest (if using), lemon juice, and additional cheese.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 3 cups cauliflower florets, and more.

Yes, Pasta Primavera With Cauliflower Sauce 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.

Pasta Primavera With Cauliflower Sauce

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