Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Vegetables

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and wholesome Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Vegetables recipe, bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Tender pasta is tossed in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and dried herbs, while a colorful medley of red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot adds a healthy, satisfying crunch. Ready in just under 45 minutes, this easy vegetarian pasta dish is perfect for busy nights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Top it off with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan for an irresistible finishing touch. Whether you’re looking for a quick family meal or a flavorful way to incorporate more veggies into your diet, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams pasta (penne or spaghetti)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
• 400 grams canned chopped tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced red bell pepper, sliced zucchini, and grated carrot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

Add the canned chopped tomatoes to the pan along with the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Let the sauce simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta thoroughly with the sauce.

Step 8

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1424.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1346.0

Total Fat 47.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 2543.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 52.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 797.9mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 2264.3mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 53.1%