Vitality Veggie Pasta

Fuel your day with the vibrant flavors of Vitality Veggie Pasta, a wholesome and colorful dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This vegetarian recipe combines tender penne pasta with a medley of sautéed veggies, including juicy cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red bell peppers, and fresh baby spinach, all seasoned with oregano and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Finished with fragrant basil and optional parmesan for a touch of indulgence, this quick and easy pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a satisfying way to enjoy a veggie-packed meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 0 as needed water for boiling pasta

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 4

Stir in the baby spinach, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the spinach has wilted.

Step 5

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to combine and coat the pasta in the vegetable mixture.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Serve warm, topped with grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your Vitality Veggie Pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1573.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2165.2

Total Fat 69.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 94.8mg	0%
Sodium 3090.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 292.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 98.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1561.6mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2597.6mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 53.5%