Description
Lemon Herb Pasta Primavera is a vibrant, zesty dish that brings together fresh vegetables and pasta, perfect for a light meal or family gathering.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti or penne
- Fresh seasonal vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley)
- Salt and pepper
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped vegetables for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add lemon juice and fresh herbs; cook for 1 minute.
- Combine cooked pasta with the vegetable mixture, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve hot, optionally topped with grated Parmesan.
Notes
- Customize with seasonal vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg