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Pasta Primavera

Light, vegetable-forward pasta with garlic, olive oil, Parmesan, and lemon

4 servings25 minEasy
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Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

  • 12 oz pasta
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 5 cups assorted vegetables, sliced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook garlic until just golden.
  3. Add the vegetables, starting with the firmest, and sauté until crisp-tender.
  4. Add drained pasta with a splash of pasta water and toss to coat.
  5. Stir in Parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice, adding more pasta water for a silky sauce.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, top with fresh herbs, and serve.