Delicious Pasta Primavera: A Fresh and Easy Twist for Dinner
Delicious Pasta Primavera is a vibrant and colorful dish that brings together fresh vegetables and pasta, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet.
- Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, then cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute with your favorite vegetables.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 8mg