Description
Vegetable pasta is a hearty dish combining pasta with colorful, nutritious vegetables. A customizable and satisfying meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta (spaghetti, penne, or your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a pot. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant and translucent (2-3 minutes).
- Add bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 4-5 minutes. Add tomatoes and spinach, cooking for 3 more minutes until wilted.
- Add pasta to the vegetables and mix in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gradually add pasta water to adjust consistency. Stir gently over low heat for 2 minutes.
- Serve the pasta with optional grated Parmesan cheese and enjoy your colorful, nutritious meal!
Notes
- Substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta for a healthier version.
- If dairy-free, use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
- Season at every step to enhance flavors, especially adding salt after each major addition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: vegetable pasta, pasta with vegetables, healthy pasta recipe, easy vegetable pasta, colorful pasta dish, vegan pasta