One-Pot Pasta Primavera

This creamy, saucy pasta overflows with spring green veggies. But the best part is that it cooks up in a single pot--in just under 10 minutes!

Prep time: PT10M

Cook time: PT10M

Total time: PT20M

Rating

4.75 stars (8 reviews)

One-Pot Pasta Primavera, vegetarian pasta, vegetarian pasta recipe

4 cups vegetable broth
8 ounces linguine (uncooked)
1 small onion (halved and sliced thin)
1 pound broccoli crowns (cut into large florets (about 2 cups))
1 1/2 pounds asparagus (ends snapped off and cut into 2-inch pieces)
4 ounces sliced white button mushrooms (about 1 cup)
4 large cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (less for milder heat; more to increase heat)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup frozen peas
1 small handful fresh parsley (chopped (about 1/2 cup chopped))
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
Additional salt and pepper to taste
Additional Parmesan cheese for serving (if desired)

Add the broth, linguine, onion, broccoli, asparagus, mushrooms, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to a large pot set over high heat. Drizzle the olive oil over the top.
As soon as it comes to a boil, set the timer for 7 minutes and start tossing constantly with long-handled tongs.
Continue boiling and tossing. As soon as the 7 minutes is up, add the peas, parsley, heavy whipping cream, Parmesan, and lemon zest and continue cooking, tossing constantly, for 1-2 more minutes, until the pasta and veggies appear tender. Remove from heat.
Note that much of the liquid will have evaporated, but not all. And that's okay! Let the pasta sit for a couple of minutes to cool; the sauce will continue to thicken during that time. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese.

Margaret Biekowski on 2026-02-19 (5 stars):
I have made this many times - it is a great, fast and easy dish that always pleases everyone. Highly recommend!
Jeremy on 2020-01-17 (5 stars):
Absolute keeper of a recipe. This came out so delicious and I can already tell it will be requested often. The lemon zest takes it to a new level. Thank you!!
Lu on 2019-12-10 (5 stars):
I have been making this recipe for 3 years and again, it came to my rescue on a weeknight. Whether you follow it to the letter or get creative with it, it should be your go to one pot pasta recipe!
Rob on 2018-06-18 (5 stars):
Loved this! Can't wait to have it again for lunches this week!