Description
One-Pot Veggie Pasta is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a hearty meal without extensive cleanup. This delightful dish combines fresh vegetables and robust Italian flavors, all cooked in just one pot. In only 20 minutes, you can create a satisfying dinner that pleases the whole family—or impresses friends at your next gathering. With its customizable nature, you can easily swap in your favorite veggies or pasta types to make it uniquely yours. Plus, this recipe is budget-friendly and packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 large garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 250 g (1/2 lb) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning mix
- 500 ml (2 cups) vegetable stock (or water)
- 250 g (1/2 lb) uncooked short pasta
- 500 ml (2 cups) pasta sauce
- 125 g (1 1/2 cups) light mozzarella, grated
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan or vegetarian hard cheese, to serve, optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep pan over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped red onion, garlic, and diced red bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add diced zucchini and sliced mushrooms; cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning, then pour in vegetable stock, uncooked pasta, and pasta sauce.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in grated mozzarella cheese; cover for 1–2 minutes until melted.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 18mg