Easy Vegetable Pasta
recipe

This delicious and nutritious vegetable pasta is quick to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 4
Ingredients:
- 300 g pasta (e.g., spaghetti or penne)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving a little pasta water.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
3. Add the bell pepper and zucchini, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and oregano, and cook for a few more minutes until the tomatoes soften.
5. Toss the cooked pasta into the vegetable mixture. If needed, add a bit of reserved pasta water to make it more saucy. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 5 g

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