Step 1

Prepare the pesto sauce by first washing and drying the basil leaves.

Step 2

Toast pine nuts over medium heat until nuts have browned slightly.

Step 3

In a blender, place the basil, olive oil, salt and pine nuts and blend. Pour blender contents into a bowl and stir in parmesan cheese.

Step 4

Boil pot of water and cook pasta according to package instructions.

Step 5

While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Add broccoli, peppers, zucchini and then cover with lid. Stirring occasionally, cook the vegetables until they are tender. About 10 minutes.

Step 7

Mix the prepared pesto sauce in with the vegetables. Top the pasta with the veggie mixture. Enjoy!