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Pesto Pasta Primavera

Pesto Pasta Primavera

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pasta of your choice spaghetti, penne, fusilli, etc.
  • Assorted vegetables bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, broccoli, etc.
  • Pesto sauce homemade or store-bought
  • Optional protein additions grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, etc.

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Wash and chop the assorted vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Sauté the vegetables in olive oil until tender yet crisp.
  4. In a food processor, blend together fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil to make the pesto sauce.
  5. Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.
  6. Combine the pasta with the sautéed vegetables and optional protein additions.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.