Description
Creamy Pasta Primavera is a vibrant and nourishing dish that brings together colorful seasonal vegetables and perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. This easy-to-make meal is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its customizable ingredients and quick preparation time, this delightful recipe will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped zucchini and bell peppers; cook until tender but crisp.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth; let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to coat with the sauce and vegetables.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg