Vegetarian Pasta Recipe: Spaghetti with Fresh Vegetables

Spaghetti with Fresh Vegetables 

Ingredients:

• 1 (16-ounce) box Barilla Whole Grain Spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 small white onion, finely chopped
• 1 (1cup) yellow bell pepper, julienne
• 1 small (2 cups) zucchini, diced
• 1 small (2 cups) yellow squash, diced
• 1 bunch asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pint (3 cups) cherry tomatoes, halved
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 Fresh basil leaves, torn

Procedures:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet. Using the side of a knife, gently press and peel the garlic and sauté in skillet for 1 minute, or until slightly brown.
3. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until translucent.
4. Add bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash and asparagus and sauté until heated but not completely cooked.
5. Add tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and sauté for 2 additional minutes.
6. Drain pasta, add to skillet and toss with basil before serving.

Serves 4 to 6.