Primavera Contadina – Dalla Casa Buitoni

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
A vibrant, rustic Italian vegetable pasta sauce bursting with fresh garden flavors
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Primavera Contadina – Dalla Casa Buitoni

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 97.5

Description

This Primavera Contadina is a celebration of fresh, seasonal vegetables simmered in a rich tomato base. The dish features tender zucchini, sweet yellow squash, and crisp bell peppers, all softened by garlic and onion. It delivers a balanced, savory flavor profile that is both comforting and light. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual lunch, this recipe brings the essence of an Italian farmhouse table to your kitchen. Serve it over linguine for a satisfying meal that highlights the natural sweetness of spring produce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and chopped garlic; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper; sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
  4. Stir in reserved tomato juice, Italian-style tomato paste, warm water, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 5-8 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
  6. Stir in diced tomatoes and fresh or dried basil; simmer for 1 more minute.
  7. Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions until al dente.
  8. Serve the warm vegetable sauce over the cooked pasta.
  9. Garnish with sliced ripe olives and chopped fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 97.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.4g9%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 8.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 5.8g
Protein 2.0g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: italian, pasta, sauce, vegetable, primavera, contadina, zucchini, squash, bell pepper, tomato, garlic, onion, vegan, easy dinner, linguine, healthy, quick meal, summer vegetables, rustic, home cooking
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