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Easy Pasta Primavera with Lemon Garlic Butter – Fresh Veggie Pasta Recipe

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This Pasta Primavera with Lemon Garlic Butter is a fresh, veggie-packed pasta dish tossed in a light lemony garlic butter sauce.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb penne pasta
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 yellow squash, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1 lb asparagus
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 lemon (juice + zest)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/4 cup basil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta and reserve pasta water.
  2. Toss vegetables with oil and seasoning.
  3. Roast vegetables until tender.
  4. Sauté garlic in butter with lemon juice and zest.
  5. Combine pasta, veggies, and sauce.
  6. Add basil, tomatoes, Parmesan, and toss.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh vegetables for best flavor.
  • Roasting improves sweetness and texture.
  • Adjust sauce thickness with pasta water.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop + Roasted
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian