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Summer Pasta Primavera: Discover the Ultimate Recipe!

A vibrant and fresh pasta dish perfect for summer, featuring seasonal vegetables and a light olive oil dressing.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces of penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 medium zucchini sliced
  • 1 medium yellow squash sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup of fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon of dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  5. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  6. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Toss again to combine.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a creamier version, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or a splash of pasta cooking water to the skillet before mixing in the cheese.
  • To make it a protein-packed meal, add grilled chicken or shrimp to the dish before serving.

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