One-Pot Pasta Primavera

A vibrant pasta dish with fresh vegetables, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup. Creamy, colorful, and ready in just 20 minutes.

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
Italian
  • one-pot
  • pasta
  • vegetables
  • italian
  • easy-cleanup
  • vegetarian
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 12ozPenne pasta
  • 2tbspOlive oil
  • 1onionMedium onion, diced
  • 3clovesGarlic, minced
  • 2peppersBell peppers, sliced
  • 1zucchiniZucchini, sliced
  • 1cupCherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3cupsVegetable broth
  • 1/2cupHeavy cream
  • 3/4cupParmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4cupFresh basil, chopped
  • 1tspSalt
  • 1/2tspBlack pepper
  • 1/4tspRed pepper flakes(optional)

Nutrition

Calories

420

105 per serving

Protein

16g

32% DV

Fat

14g

20% DV

Carbs

58g

19% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein15%
Fat30%
Carbs55%
Fiber
4g
Sodium
680mg

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté onion until softened, about 3 minutes.

    3m
  3. 3

    Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add pasta, bell peppers, zucchini, tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 12-15 minutes.

    15m
  6. 6

    Stir in cream, Parmesan, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

  7. 7

    Cook for 1-2 more minutes until creamy and heated through.

    2m
  8. 8

    Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.