Vegetarian Spaghetti with Chicken and Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vegetarian Spaghetti with Garlic Butter Sauce, a quick and wholesome recipe perfect for weeknight dinners. This veggie-packed spaghetti features tender zucchini, yellow squash, juicy cherry tomatoes, and nutrient-rich baby spinach, all brought together in a luscious garlic butter sauce with a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. With fragrant garlic and a buttery base, this pasta dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and fresh. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan (optional for vegetarians) and fresh parsley, this recipe is both comforting and sophisticated. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy, family-friendly meal loaded with flavor and nutrients. Perfect for those craving a hearty yet lighter spaghetti experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium yellow squash, diced
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, vegetarian-friendly)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until they are softened and lightly browned. Add the cherry tomatoes and baby spinach to the skillet, cooking for another 2–3 minutes until the spinach wilts. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1–2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce. Toss to coat the spaghetti evenly in the sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce.
Return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet and stir until everything is well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired, and fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian Spaghetti with Garlic Butter Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.9 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.7 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 4122 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.7 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 72.7 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1655 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2021 mg | 43% | |
*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.
