Vegetable Pasta

A vibrant and hearty vegetable pasta dish packed with fresh flavors and nutrients. Perfect for a wholesome meal any day!

NewPublished Feb 19, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time20 min
Total35 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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A colorful bowl of vegetable pasta with fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (8 oz) penne pasta
  • (1 tbsp) olive oil
  • (1) onion, chopped
  • (2 cloves) garlic, minced
  • (1) bell pepper, diced
  • (1) zucchini, sliced
  • (1) carrot, julienned
  • (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • (1 tsp) dried oregano
  • (1 tsp) salt
  • (1/2 tsp) black pepper
  • (1/4 tsp) red pepper flakes
  • (1/4 cups) fresh basil, chopped
  • (1/4 cups) grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the (8 oz) penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, heat (1 tbsp) olive oil over medium heat. Add the (1) chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Stir in the (2 cloves) minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add the (1) diced bell pepper, (1) sliced zucchini, and (1) julienned carrot to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 5

    Add the (1 cup) halved cherry tomatoes, (1 tsp) dried oregano, (1 tsp) salt, (1/2 tsp) black pepper, and (1/4 tsp) red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.

  6. 6

    Mix in the cooked penne pasta and toss everything together until well combined. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat and fold in (1/4 cup) chopped fresh basil and (1/4 cup) grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.

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