Description
Vegetarian One Pot Pasta is a delightful and vibrant dish that combines pasta, garlic, and fresh vegetables in an easy one-pot preparation. This comforting recipe bursts with flavor and color, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. Enjoy the rich aromas as you savor each bite of this satisfying meal that can be customized with your favorite veggies. Ideal for meal prep, this dish simplifies cooking while delivering gourmet results.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes; cook until they release juices, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add pasta; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted, approximately 2 minutes. If desired, top with grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg