Quick & Easy Veggie Pasta Recipe: A Flavorful 30-Minute Meal
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About Quick & Easy Veggie Pasta Recipe: A Flavorful 30-Minute Meal
Craving a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner? This Veggie Pasta recipe is your answer! Loaded with fresh vegetables and tossed in a vibrant, flavorful sauce, it's the perfect weeknight meal ready in under 30 minutes. Skip the takeout and enjoy a homemade pasta dish that's both satisfying and good for you.This recipe is easily customizable to your favorite vegetables – feel free to add or substitute based on what you have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and get a boost of nutrients in your diet. Get ready for a burst of fresh flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep30 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total50 minutes
Ingredients
Pasta & Sauce
- 3 cup Pasta any short pasta shape like penne, or farfalle; add 1 tbsp olive oil and salt to boiling water, rotini
- 1 cup Pasta Sauce your favorite jarred or homemade sauce
Vegetables
- 2 Carrots sliced
- 1 cup Bell Peppers any color or a mix of colors, diced
- 1 Onion chopped
- 1/2 cup Beans green, trimmed and chopped
- 3 Chilies green, slit; adjust to your spice preference
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Basil dried or fresh
- 1-2 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1 tsp Chili Flakes or to taste
- 1/2 tsp Sugar to balance acidity of the sauce
Cheese
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese grated
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Chop all the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
Sauté the Vegetables
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the carrots, bell pepper, and green beans and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Add the green chilies during the last minute of cooking.
Cook the Sauce
- Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chili flakes, basil, salt, sugar, and pasta sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the vegetables and sauce. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Melt the Cheese
- Transfer the pasta to an oven-safe bowl. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese over the top. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious veggie pasta!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Veggie Pasta
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or a clove of minced garlic while sautéing the vegetables.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach.
- If you prefer a creamier sauce, stir in a splash of cream or milk at the end.
- To make this a complete protein meal, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 89gProtein: 20gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 2045mgPotassium: 732mgFiber: 10gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 11070IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 215mgIron: 3mg
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Great recipe! I’m eager to try it.
I’m excited to make this at home!
Such a beautiful dish! Can’t wait to try it.
Looks so yummy! Excited to make it.
Will definitely try this
nice and simple recipe !!