Description
A delightful dish celebrating vibrant flavors and colors of fresh vegetables, perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (such as penne or farfalle)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, broccoli)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For a vegan option, replace the cream with coconut milk and use nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor. Customize veggies based on seasonality.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg