Westboro Village Gourmet Pasta Primavera
A light, vibrant pasta dish with seasonal vegetables and a creamy herb sauce, perfect for a patio dinner in Westboro's garden setting. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs spaghetti, olive oil, zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced into 1/2-inch cubes zucchini
- 1 medium, diced into 1/2-inch cubes yellow squash
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup fresh, chopped basil
- 1/4 cup fresh, chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup, freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup diced zucchini, 1 cup diced yellow squash, and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until tender-crisp, then add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking 2 more minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Step 3: Add drained spaghetti to skillet with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup chopped basil, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats pasta, adding more pasta water if needed.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Westboro Village Gourmet Pasta Primavera take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Westboro Village Gourmet Pasta Primavera?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Westboro Village Gourmet Pasta Primavera?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Westboro Village Gourmet Pasta Primavera for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Westboro Village Gourmet Pasta Primavera?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
