Spring Pasta Primavera
A delightful dish capturing the vibrant flavors of spring with fresh veggies, al dente pasta, and a zingy lemon herb sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- Spaghetti or fettuccine
- Zucchini
- Red bell pepper
- Yellow bell pepper
- Asparagus
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Fresh basil
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the sliced zucchini, bell peppers, and asparagus until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Make the sauce by whisking together lemon juice, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sautéed veggies and the lemon herb sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
Add extra olive oil before serving for richness. Consider adding a splash of vegetable broth for creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://www.spiritsdrink.com/spring-pasta-primavera/