Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Spring Vegetable Pasta
- Begin by filling a large pot with water, adding salt, and bringing it to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, about 8–10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat and drizzle in olive oil. Add the diced onions and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chopped asparagus to the skillet, cooking for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Mix in the peas and sliced zucchini. Sauté for an additional 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
- Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Once pasta is al dente, drain it, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Add pasta to skillet and toss with vegetables.
- Mix in chopped basil, grated Parmesan, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnishing with extra Parmesan and fresh basil.
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Notes
For best results, use fresh spring vegetables and reserve pasta water to adjust consistency.
