1/2 Pasta No Seafood Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Seasonings
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 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
- 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.
- 3
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Stir in 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- 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.
- 5
Add Zucchini
Finally, add 1 diced medium zucchini and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together gently.
- 7
Season the Dish
Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Toss well to combine.
- 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.