One Pot Pasta Primavera (Printable Recipe)

A fresh one pot dish packed with vibrant vegetables and creamy plant-based sauce.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
02 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
03 - 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
04 - 12 ounces short pasta such as cavatappi or penne
05 - 3.5 cups vegetable broth
06 - 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
07 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
09 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
10 - 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
11 - 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, optional
12 - 10 asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
13 - 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
14 - 1 small yellow squash, thinly sliced
15 - 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
16 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
17 - 1 cup frozen green peas
18 - 1 cup vegan heavy cream, at room temperature
19 - 4 ounces baby spinach, about 4 cups
20 - 0.5 cup vegan parmesan, optional, plus more for garnish
21 - 5 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
02 - Add pasta and vegetable broth. Stir in nutritional yeast, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and optional chili flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes until pasta is nearly al dente.
03 - Stir in vegan heavy cream, then add asparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, carrots, tomatoes, and peas. Cover and cook for 5 to 8 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
04 - Uncover and add baby spinach. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until wilted.
05 - Turn off heat. Stir in vegan parmesan, lemon juice, and fresh basil. Adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with additional vegan parmesan and herbs before serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Cut vegetables evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
02 - Use a large pot or Dutch oven to accommodate all ingredients.
03 - Lemon juice brightens the dish and balances the creamy base.
04 - Customize vegetables based on what is seasonal or available.
05 - Add tofu, tempeh, or chickpeas for extra protein.

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