Pasta Primavera For One
Enjoy a classic single serving of Pasta Primavera, featuring al dente pasta, roasted vegetables, and a light buttery parmesan sauce. This easy and delicious meal is perfect for any pasta lover. Simple ingredients, delightful flavors – try it today!
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 small carrot -peeled and cut into thin strips (2-ounces)
- ½ small zucchini -cut into wedges or strips (2-ounces)
- ½ cup broccoli florets (2-ounces)
- 3 cherry tomatoes
- 1 garlic clove -chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning or herbes de Provence
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- ⅔ cup dried penne pasta (2-ounces)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425° F (220° C).
- Roast the vegetables: On a rimmed baking sheet, toss all of the vegetables with the oil, dried herbs, salt, and pepper to coat. Bake until the vegetables begin to brown which takes about 20 minutes. Once roasted, move the vegetables to a medium-sized bowl.
- While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the pasta: Fill a medium-sized pot with water and set it on the stove to boil. For an added touch of flavor, incorporate approximately ½ teaspoon of kosher salt into the boiling water. Next, add your pasta, cooking it until it achieves an al dente texture, which should take about 5 to 8 minutes. Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl with the vegetables
- After the pasta has been cooked and drained, transfer it to the bowl with the roasted vegetables. Blend in the butter and Parmesan cheese. You can always adjust the quantity of cheese according to your preference.
- Transfer to a plate and enjoy!
Notes
- Choose Your Veggies: Don't worry if you don't have the exact vegetables listed in the recipe. Use whatever fresh vegetables you have in your kitchen.
- Even Cooking: When preparing your vegetables for roasting, aim to cut them into similar sizes. This ensures they cook evenly, giving you perfectly roasted veggies every time.
- Prep in Advance: To save time, you can chop your vegetables a few days before and store them in the refrigerator. This way, they’re ready to go when you’re ready to cook your Pasta Primavera.
- Add Protein: Want to make your dish more filling? Consider adding some protein like grilled chicken, shrimp, rotisserie chicken, or slices of beef. It's a great way to turn this dish into a more substantial meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 895mg | Potassium: 569mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 9440IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 149mg | Iron: 2mg
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