Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of this Delicious Pasta Primavera Bowl, a colorful medley of fresh vegetables and pasta that sings with sunshine in every bite. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this dish is not only visually stunning but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced; mixed colors)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add diced bell peppers and zucchini; cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and dried herbs; cook until tomatoes burst and release their juices.
- Gently mix in cooked pasta and reserved pasta water until coated with sauce.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese, toss gently, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 6mg