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Vegetable Pasta Recipes

Vegetable Pasta Recipes: Fresh, Healthy, and Delicious

Vegetable pasta recipes are a perfect balance of comfort and nutrition. With endless combinations of seasonal veggies, herbs, and pasta shapes, these dishes are easy to make, versatile, and always satisfying — perfect for any day of the week.
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Course Main, Pasta
Cuisine Italian-Inspired, Vegetarian
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

Classic Vegetable Pasta

  • 12 oz spaghetti or penne
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5–7 minutes until just tender.
  • Stir in fresh spinach and cooked pasta. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Try adding mushrooms, peas, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted eggplant for extra variety. Use whole grain or gluten-free pasta for a healthy twist. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3400IUVitamin C: 65mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3.2mg
Keyword easy dinner, Healthy, Pasta, Plant-Based, Vegetables
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