Description

This Spring Pasta Primavera features fresh vegetables and a light, creamy sauce, making it an easy and flavorful dish for any dinner. Perfect for those looking for a healthy, homemade meal with irresistible flavors!

Ingredients

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16 oz penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 oz asparagus, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces
2 cups small broccoli florets
1 small zucchini, chopped
salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
zest of 1 lemon
dash crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup vegetable broth
½ cup heavy cream
3 tablespoon lemon juice, divided
1 cup frozen peas
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 ½ cups halved grape tomatoes
¼ cup chopped basil
2 tablespoons italian parsley, for garnish
extra parmesan cheese, for garnish
crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and pasta to the boiling water. Cook for 11 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain well and return the pasta to the pot.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the asparagus, peppers, and broccoli, sautéing for 2-3 minutes. Add zucchini and cook until tender yet crisp, seasoning with salt and pepper. Transfer vegetables to a large plate.
In the skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and vegetable broth, simmering until reduced by half (about 4-5 minutes). Mix in heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Add peas to the pot with pasta, then mix in the cooked vegetables. Pour the lemon cream sauce over everything and stir to combine. Add Parmesan cheese and the remaining tablespoon of lemon juice, followed by tomatoes and basil. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Transfer the pasta primavera to a serving bowl. Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and crushed red pepper flakes. Serve warm.

Notes

You can swap or add any seasonal vegetables you prefer for a fresh twist.
Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce if it becomes too thick.
Serve with additional lemon zest for a bright, citrusy flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 45mg