Pasta with Ground Meat and Vegetables

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this hearty and colorful Pasta with Ground Meat and Vegetables. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes, this dish combines tender pasta with savory ground beef or turkey for a balanced and flavorful meal. Infused with aromatic garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red pepper flakes, the homemade sauce ties everything together with a rich and comforting taste. Topped with fresh basil and melty Parmesan cheese, this 45-minute recipe is perfect for busy families craving a wholesome and satisfying dinner. Plus, it's a one-pan wonder that's easy to make and cleanup-friendly—ideal for meal preps or casual gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 500 grams ground beef or turkey
• 1 large onion
• 1 large bell pepper
• 1 medium-sized zucchini
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Meanwhile, chop the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini into small dice, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Next, add the diced bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet, and cook for 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 7

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Stir the cooked pasta into the skillet, ensuring it is well coated with the sauce.

Step 10

Finely chop the fresh basil and add it to the pasta, stirring to combine.

Step 11

Serve the pasta warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your delicious pasta with ground meat and vegetables!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2006.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2628.8

Total Fat 156.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 452.5mg	0%
Sodium 5870.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.7g	0%
Total Sugars 48.1g
Protein 131.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 841.5mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 3754.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 26.7%