Pasta Primavera

Ingredients

• 200 g linguine pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 small zucchini
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 6 stalks asparagus
• 2 tbsp fresh basil(optional)
• to taste salt(optional)
• to taste black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the linguine and cook al dente according to package instructions (about 9 minutes), then drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add sliced zucchini, asparagus pieces, and halved cherry tomatoes, sauté for 4‑5 minutes until just tender.

3. 3

   Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, drizzle with the remaining olive oil and lemon juice, toss with reserved pasta water to create a light coating, and season with salt and black pepper.

4. 4

   Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil if using, serve immediately.