Pasta Primavera

Instructions

Cook the pasta.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions.

Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.

Toss the pasta with a bit of olive oil and set aside.

Sauté the vegetables.

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Add the garlic.

Add the asparagus.

Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Stir in the zucchini slices.

Add the cherry tomatoes. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, until just tender.

Add the peas and cook for 1 minute more.

Bring it all together.

Lower the heat and add the cooked pasta to the skillet.

Toss to combine, adding a little reserved pasta water to loosen it up.

Stir in the Parmesan cheese.

Taste and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Add lemon zest and fresh basil.

Enjoy immediately with extra olive oil and Parmesan cheese on top.

Main Course,Side Dish