Description
Indulge in a vibrant bowl of Spicy Pasta Primavera, where colorful vegetables and al dente pasta unite in a zesty garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish promises a delightful explosion of flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, sliced thinly
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and mincing the garlic.
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced bell peppers and zucchini; cook until tender-crisp.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Cook until tomatoes soften slightly.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with reserved pasta water as needed for moisture. Mix well while incorporating Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg