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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring approximately 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Once the water is boiling, add 200g of pasta. Cook according to the package instructions or until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta in a colander.
Preparing Vegetables
- 4
Chop Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, chop the zucchini and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and mince the garlic.
- 5
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Zucchini and Bell Pepper
Add the chopped zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- 7
Add Spinach and Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes begin to soften.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Add Marinara Sauce
Pour in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce and vegetables.
- 10
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your vegetarian pasta!
