Description
Instant Pot Pasta Primavera is a light, fresh, and colorful dish filled with a medley of seasonal vegetables and tender pasta, all cooked to perfection in a fraction of the time. This easy one-pot meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that’s full of vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) penne or any short pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add Pasta and Vegetables: Add the pasta, broccoli, zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and carrots to the pot.
- Add Broth: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, ensuring the pasta is just covered. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook Under Pressure: Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Quick release the pressure once cooking is complete.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let the mixture rest for a few minutes to thicken. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes (plus time to build pressure)
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cups
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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