Ingredients
Method
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package directions, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add red onion and carrot and sauté for 2 minutes.Add broccoli and red bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes.Stir in yellow squash and zucchini and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until veggies are just tender.Add garlic, grape tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Sauté for 2 more minutes until fragrant and tomatoes begin to soften.Transfer cooked veggies to the pot with the pasta or a large bowl. Add drained pasta and drizzle with lemon juice.Toss everything together, gradually adding reserved pasta water until a light sauce forms.Mix in 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve hot, topped with the remaining parmesan.
Notes
Use any combination of seasonal vegetables based on availability—snap peas, asparagus, or mushrooms also work beautifully.
For added protein, toss in grilled chicken or shrimp.
To make it vegan, skip the parmesan or substitute with a plant-based cheese.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Best reheated gently on the stove with a splash of water.
For added protein, toss in grilled chicken or shrimp.
To make it vegan, skip the parmesan or substitute with a plant-based cheese.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Best reheated gently on the stove with a splash of water.