Pasta Primavera Recipe
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Servings: 8 · $4/serving · Active: 20 min · Total: 35 min ·
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Pasta Primavera Recipe
Notes
- Added as a to-try candidate from the validated Two Peas source list: vegetable-heavy weeknight pasta with familiar ingredients.
- Imported from structured recipe metadata on 2026-06-18T09:01:19-04:00.
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Ingredients
| Quantity | Unit | Item | Section | Pantry? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | oz | penne pasta | Pasta/sauces/tomato paste | no |
| 1 | tablespoon | olive oil | Canned vegetables/pickles/olives/beans/condiments/dressings/salad toppings/rice/bread crumbs | yes |
| 8 | oz | asparagus, (cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces) | Canned vegetables/pickles/olives/beans/condiments/dressings/salad toppings/rice/bread crumbs | no |
| 1 | yellow bell pepper, (cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces) | Baking/flour/cake mixes/sweeteners/spices/oils/canned fruit/baking nuts | yes | |
| 2 | cups | small broccoli florets | Canned vegetables/pickles/olives/beans/condiments/dressings/salad toppings/rice/bread crumbs | no |
| 1 | small | zucchini, (chopped) | Canned vegetables/pickles/olives/beans/condiments/dressings/salad toppings/rice/bread crumbs | no |
| Salt and black pepper (to taste) | Baking/flour/cake mixes/sweeteners/spices/oils/canned fruit/baking nuts | yes | ||
| 2 | tablespoons | unsalted butter | Dairy & Eggs | no |
| 1 | shallot, (minced) | Canned vegetables/pickles/olives/beans/condiments/dressings/salad toppings/rice/bread crumbs | no | |
| 4 | garlic cloves, (minced) | Produce | no | |
| Zest of 1 lemon | Produce | no | ||
| Dash crushed red pepper flakes | Baking/flour/cake mixes/sweeteners/spices/oils/canned fruit/baking nuts | yes | ||
| 1 | cup | vegetable broth | Canned soup/broth/crackers | no |
| 1/2 | cup | heavy cream | Dairy & Eggs | no |
| 3 | tablespoon | lemon juice, (divided) | Wine and beverages | no |
| 1 | cup | frozen peas | Frozen | no |
| 1/2 | cup | shredded Parmesan cheese | Mexican/Italian ingredients | no |
| 1 1/2 | cups | halved grape tomatoes | Canned vegetables/pickles/olives/beans/condiments/dressings/salad toppings/rice/bread crumbs | no |
| 1/4 | cup | chopped basil | Canned vegetables/pickles/olives/beans/condiments/dressings/salad toppings/rice/bread crumbs | no |
| 2 | tablespoons | Italian parsley, (for garnish) | Mexican/Italian ingredients | no |
| Extra parmesan cheese, (for garnish) | Mexican/Italian ingredients | no | ||
| Crushed red pepper flakes, (for garnish) | Baking/flour/cake mixes/sweeteners/spices/oils/canned fruit/baking nuts | yes |
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and pasta to boiling water. Cook for 11 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Pour the pasta back into the pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the asparagus, peppers, and broccoli. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add in the zucchini and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until vegetables are tender, but still crisp. Season vegetables with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the vegetables to a large plate or bowl.
- Place the skillet back on the stove. Melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest and vegetable broth. Simmer until the broth reduces by half, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
- Stir the peas into the pot with the pasta. Stir in the cooked vegetables. Pour the lemon cream sauce over the pasta and vegetables and stir until well combined. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and remaining tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. Gently stir in the tomatoes and basil. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- Pour the pasta primavera into a large serving bowl or dish. Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper flakes. Serve warm.
Meal-prep notes
- Leftover quality: TBD.
- Reheating: TBD.
- Good pairings: TBD.
- Prep ahead: TBD.