Instant Pot Pasta Primavera

Instant Pot Pasta Primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of springtime to your table. This classic Italian pasta dish is loaded with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and creamy Parmesan cheese, creating a light and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Using the Instant Pot to make this dish not only saves time, but also allows the flavors of the vegetables to meld together perfectly, resulting in a flavorful and perfectly cooked pasta dish.

Instant Pot Pasta Primavera
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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

6

Ingredients

2 tablespoons salted butter
1 small yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
ground black pepper to taste
1 medium lemon, juiced
⅓ cup Marsala cooking wine
½ (16 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
1 ½ cups water, or as needed to cover
2 (12 ounce) packages frozen stir-fry vegetables
salt to taste

Directions

Step 1

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add butter and stir until melted. Add onion and cook until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant and butter starts to burn, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with pepper.

Step 2

Carefully pour in lemon juice; pot will release steam. Add cooking wine and immediately turn pot off. Scrape the bottom of the pot with a spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add pasta, then just enough water to barely cover it.

Step 3

Place a steamer basket on top of the pasta. Add frozen vegetables and season with salt and pepper. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 4

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 2 minutes, then release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove steamer basket and stir vegetables into the pasta.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

247

Calories

5g

Fat

42g

Carbs

8g

Protein

Complement

The beauty of Instant Pot Pasta Primavera lies in its versatility. You can use any combination of your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and asparagus, to create a colorful and vibrant dish that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. The Instant Pot also makes it easy to cook the pasta and vegetables together in one pot, saving time and minimizing cleanup. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress your guests, Instant Pot Pasta Primavera is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.