Quick and Easy One-Pot Pasta Primavera

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3

Quick and Easy One-Pot Pasta Primavera for a hassle-free dinner

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	10 ounces capellini ( angel hair pasta )
	1 1/2 cups finely minced assorted fresh vegetables ( asparagus , mushrooms , broccoli , zucchini , what have you )
	4 tablespoons butter
	2 plum tomatoes , diced
	red pepper flakes
	sea salt
	fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

327

Sugar

Fat

14g

Quick and Easy One-Pot Pasta Primavera is a classic Italian dish that combines fresh vegetables and pasta to create a delicious and satisfying meal. This recipe is perfect for those who are short on time and looking for a quick and easy dinner option that is both healthy and flavorful. The dish is made with angel hair pasta, which cooks quickly, and a variety of fresh vegetables such as asparagus, mushrooms, and broccoli that are finely minced so that they cook quickly. The sauce is made by melting butter in a large skillet and sauteing the vegetables until they are soft. The pasta is then added to the skillet and tossed with the vegetables to create a delicious and creamy pasta that is perfect for any night of the week.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, bring salted water to boil and add the angel hair pasta. Cook until al dente, approximately 4-5 minutes.
2.	While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced vegetables and red pepper flakes, and cook until the vegetables are soft, approximately 4-5 minutes.
3.	Drain the pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
4.	Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and cook until the pasta is coated with the sauce, approximately 2-3 minutes.
5.	Garnish with freshly diced tomatoes and season with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.

PROS

This one-pot pasta primavera is easy to make and requires minimal cleanup, making it perfect for a quick and hassle-free weeknight dinner.

The combination of fresh vegetables and pasta is a perfect balance of flavor and texture.

CONS

The dish can be a bit bland if not seasoned properly.

Since the vegetables are finely minced, it may not appeal to those who prefer a chunky texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great way to incorporate fresh vegetables into your diet.
The high fiber content of the vegetables and the pasta makes this dish filling, helping you control your portion sizes and calorie intake.
This dish is also gluten-free if you substitute the pasta with gluten-free pasta.