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Easy Pasta Primavera

Quick yet so flavorful, this Easy Pasta Primavera combines colorful veggies, al dente pasta, and a delicious dairy-free sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 311 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb pasta angel hair or spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 medium yellow squash
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 shallot
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs: basil, oregano, parsley

Instructions
 

  1. In a large stock pot, bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil on the stove.
  2. While the water is heating, wash and chop the vegetables.
  3. In a medium pan, sauté the chopped vegetables with minced garlic and olive oil.
  4. Once the water is boiling, add the pasta and cook until al dente.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, remove from heat and drain. Keep 1/2 cup of the pasta water and add to the vegetables while they continue to sauté.
  6. In a large bowl, add your cooked pasta then top with the sauteed veggies and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  1. Not Vegan? Use butter instead of olive oil when sauteing the vegetables. Use 1/2 cup of chicken stock instead of the reserved pasta water.
  2. Gluten Free? Opt for a gluten-free pasta and you're good to go!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 9gFat: 8gSugar: 7g
Keyword dairy-free, easy, egg-free, nut-free, vegan
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