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Vegetarian Pasta Recipe

Vegetarian Pasta Recipe
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4.7 from 8 reviews

This One Pot Veggie Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper, and cooked all in one pot for easy cleanup, it offers a satisfying vegetarian option that requires minimal effort and maximum taste.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced

Pasta & Seasoning

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Liquids

  • 4 cups vegetable broth

Optional

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional – for a vegetarian-friendly alternative, choose a vegetarian Parmesan or omit)

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: Add the penne pasta, vegetable broth, cherry tomatoes, zucchini slices, and diced bell pepper into a large pot. Evenly sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning over the ingredients.
  2. Cook the pasta: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. This should take about 10-12 minutes depending on the pasta brand and stove heat.
  3. Add cheese and serve: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese if using. Mix thoroughly until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed. Serve the pasta warm, enjoying the medley of fresh vegetables and balanced seasoning.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • Adjust the vegetable broth amount slightly if you prefer a saucier pasta or if using different pasta shapes that absorb liquid differently.
  • You can add other vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or peas for variety.
  • Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control the salt content, especially if you want a low-sodium meal.

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Keywords: one pot pasta, vegetarian pasta, veggie pasta, easy weeknight dinner, penne pasta, healthy pasta recipe

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