Penne Pasta with Vegetables
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and wholesome Penne Pasta with Vegetables recipe! Packed with colorful bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli florets, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this dish offers a symphony of fresh, garden-inspired flavors. Tender penne pasta is perfectly coated in a light garlic-infused olive oil sauce, brought to life with aromatic dried oregano and basil. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a garnish of fresh basil leaves, this vegetarian pasta is as delightful to look at as it is to taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal perfect for busy nights. Ideal for family dinners or a date-night delight, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of easy pasta dishes!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 150 grams broccoli florets
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 5 leaves fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Mince the garlic cloves. Cut the red bell pepper and zucchini into bite-sized strips. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the red bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender.
Step 5
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil. Cook for another 2 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
Step 6
Season the vegetable mixture with salt and black pepper. Mix well to combine the flavors.
Step 7
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to combine with the vegetables.
Step 8
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and vegetables, stirring gently to melt the cheese.
Step 9
Transfer the penne pasta with vegetables to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your deliciously simple penne pasta with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1059.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1717.0 |
| Total Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 44.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3427.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 262.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.8g | |
| Protein 64.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 618.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1816.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories