Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsRicco's Italian Bistro1/2 Pasta No Seafood Recipe

1/2 Pasta No Seafood Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make 1/2 Pasta No Seafood Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Seasonings

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Add 2 cups of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Preparing the Vegetables

  1. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 3

    Add Cherry Tomatoes

    Stir in 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

  3. 4

    Add Spinach and Bell Pepper

    Add 2 cups of fresh spinach and 1 cup of diced bell pepper. Stir and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

  4. 5

    Add Zucchini

    Finally, add 1 diced medium zucchini and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the zucchini is tender.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 6

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together gently.

  2. 7

    Season the Dish

    Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Toss well to combine.

  3. 8

    Serve with Cheese

    Sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta before serving. Mix until the cheese is melted and well combined.

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