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Easy Pasta Primavera is a delightful and vibrant dish that features baked seasonal vegetables over farfalle pasta. It brings a delicious meal to the table in under 30 minutes. So refreshing and flavorful. It's the best recipe for quick lunch or weeknight dinners.
Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta primavera yields an array of perfectly baked vegetables such as carrots, onions, bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, and tossed with al dente pasta, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. It’s absolutely delicious with a delightful touch of herbs and parmesan cheese grated on top.
The name “Primavera” means “spring” in Italian, and this dish truly embodies the essence of the season with its bright colors and fresh ingredients. Try this recipe today and impress everyone with this mouthwatering pasta dish.
Why This Recipe Works
Pasta primavera is effortless to prepare and the final result is always guaranteed. It’s served perfectly as a simple weeknight dinner or as a delicious side to complete the wholesome meal for any occasion.
It’s also a versatile recipe. You can customize the dish to suit your preference with a variety of vegetables and more add-ons. Additions like grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu can provide extra protein and depth of flavor, while fresh herbs like basil or parsley add a pop of freshness.
This dish maintains its delicious flavor when enjoyed the next day, making it perfect for preparing ahead of time. It’s the best recipe for busy moms or those with busy schedules.
Recipe Ingredients
Pasta primavera is a simple, refreshing recipe made with only a few basic ingredients:
- Carrots
- Zucchini
- Onion
- Yellow bell pepper
- Red bell pepper
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Dried Italian herbs
- Farfalle pasta
- Cherry tomatoes
- Grated Parmesan cheese
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients.
How To Make Pasta Primavera
To make this mouthwatering pasta primavera, first, prepare the fresh vegetables. Cut carrots, zucchini, onion, and bell peppers into similar-sized strips, and season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Toss well with olive oil, and bake until just cooked.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
Finally, combine all vegetables and pasta in a bowl, and top with grated parmesan cheese to enhance the flavor. Enjoy!
Cooking Tips
For the best pasta primavera, please follow my tips below:
- Use fresh, colorful seasonal vegetables for the best taste and texture.
- Slice the vegetables into similar sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Do not overcook the vegetables to retain a tender yet crisp texture.
- You may always add proteins to this recipe, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu for an extra nutrient boost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely! One of the beauties of pasta primavera is its versatility. You can use a wide variety of vegetables based on your preferences and what’s in season. Here are some commonly used vegetables, such as asparagus, snap peas, spinach, mushrooms, snow beans, and green beans.
This recipe has 659 calories per serving.
What To Serve With Pasta Primavera
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Pasta Primavera
Ingredients
- 2 carrots, peeled and cut into thin strips
- 2 medium zucchini, cut into thin strips
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs
- 1 pound (500g) farfalle pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 232°C (450°F). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Arrange the prepared carrots, zucchini, onion, yellow bell pepper, and red bell pepper evenly on the two baking sheets. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, ground black pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Toss well to coat. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Meanwhile, cook the farfalle pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of boiling, salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with ice-cold water to achieve a tender, chewy texture. Set aside, and reserve some pasta water.
- Combine the baked vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and farfalle pasta in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Toss well with grated Parmesan cheese and 1 to 2 tablespoons of reserved pasta water. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Use fresh, colorful seasonal vegetables for the best taste and texture.
- Slice the vegetables into similar sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Do not overcook the vegetables to retain a tender yet crisp texture.
- You may always add proteins to this recipe, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu for an extra nutrient boost.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I spend so much money buying this pasta at my grocer, now I know how to make it!!
Love the color of this pasta dish.
Where or where did you get farfalle with lines TY so much!!
Hi Cindy. These are available in specialty gourmet stores. You can search for ‘farfalle rigate’.