Easy Pasta and Vegetables
Whip up a vibrant, wholesome meal in just 30 minutes with this Easy Pasta and Vegetables recipe! Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish features tender pasta tossed with a medley of sautéed fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell peppers, all brought together with a touch of garlic and olive oil. Nutrient-packed spinach adds a hearty touch, while a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and fragrant basil makes every bite irresistibly flavorful. Customizable with your favorite pasta and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of spice, this vegetarian pasta recipe is a go-to for busy schedules. Serve it with a side salad or garlic bread for a satisfying, family-friendly meal. Keywords: easy pasta recipe, pasta and vegetables, vegetarian pasta, quick weeknight dinner, healthy pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or any variety)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 count garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 3 cups spinach, fresh
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender.
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated and heated through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese and chopped basil.
Serve immediately with extra parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.5 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 4493 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.9 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.3 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1043 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 4708 mg | 100% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
