Description
A simple yet flavorful whole wheat pasta dish loaded with fresh vegetables, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole wheat pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
- Toss in the cherry tomatoes, diced zucchini, and chopped bell pepper. Sauté the mixture for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables soften and the flavors meld.
- Sprinkle in the dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine everything evenly.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together to ensure the pasta is fully coated.
- Remove from heat, plate your masterpiece, and garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables or cheeses to customize the dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 15mg