Easy Veggie Spaghetti
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Easy Veggie Spaghetti, a vibrant and wholesome dish that's bursting with fresh flavors and ready in just 30 minutes! This recipe features tender spaghetti tossed with a medley of colorful vegetables, including red bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and spinach, all sautéed to perfection with fragrant garlic and a hint of Italian seasoning. Juicy cherry tomatoes add a touch of sweetness, while optional crushed red pepper flakes lend a subtle kick for those who crave a little heat. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese (optional) and brought together with just the right amount of reserved pasta water, this easy vegetarian spaghetti delivers comfort and nutrition in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or a light family meal, this quick and versatile dish is sure to become a dinnertime favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half moons
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups spinach, fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are softened.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if the mixture seems dry.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm, garnished with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.8 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 5142 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 87.2 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1725 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3840 mg | 82% | |
*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.
