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Easy One-Pot Pasta Primavera Recipe with Fresh Veggies for Quick Healthy Meals

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A quick and wholesome one-pot pasta primavera featuring fresh vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe combines tender pasta with vibrant veggies and fresh herbs for a flavorful, fuss-free meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz dried linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thin half-moons
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Juice of half a lemon (optional)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your vegetables: rinse and slice cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and onion as described. Mince the garlic.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet or wide pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Add the bell pepper and zucchini to the pot and stir for another 3 minutes to soften slightly.
  4. Add the dry pasta to the pot, then pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth or water, ensuring the pasta is mostly submerged.
  5. Scatter the peas and halved cherry tomatoes on top without stirring. Season with salt (about 1 teaspoon) and pepper (about ½ teaspoon).
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover loosely with a lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Check pasta for doneness; if still firm and liquid is absorbed, add ½ cup more broth or water and continue cooking a few more minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh basil or parsley and juice of half a lemon.
  9. Serve the pasta primavera plated, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Notes

Stir gently but regularly during cooking to prevent noodles from sticking and to distribute flavors evenly. Adjust heat to avoid burning the bottom. If overcooked, add a splash of broth and stir to revive texture. Use gluten-free pasta for gluten-free option. For dairy-free, omit Parmesan or use nutritional yeast.

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