Vegetarian Pasta Recipe
Pasta with seasonal vegetables and marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-6 cups of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 2 cups of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a cup of pasta water for later use.
Sautéing Vegetables
- 4
Prepare Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, chop the zucchini and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. 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 1-2 minutes 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 Cherry Tomatoes and Spinach
Add the cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
Combining Ingredients
- 8
Add Marinara Sauce
Pour in the marinara sauce and stir to combine. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Combine Pasta
Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the sauce and vegetables. If the mixture is too dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 10
Season and Serve
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.