Description
One Pot Veggie Pasta is an easy, flavorful, and wholesome Italian-inspired dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This recipe combines fresh vegetables, pasta, and vegetable broth all cooked together in a single pot for minimal cleanup and maximum taste. With sautéed garlic and onions enhancing the medley of zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes, finished with spinach and optional Parmesan, it offers a balanced vegetarian meal that’s nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or linguine)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings and Garnish
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook Vegetables: Add chopped zucchini, bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, and halved cherry tomatoes to the pot. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add Pasta and Broth: Stir in the uncooked pasta, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer Pasta: Reduce the heat to a simmer, partially cover the pot, and cook for 10–12 minutes. Stir occasionally until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Add Spinach and Finish: Stir in baby spinach and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until the spinach wilts. Remove from heat and top with grated Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
- Serve: Serve the pasta warm and enjoy your one pot veggie pasta meal.
Notes
- You can swap in other vegetables like broccoli, peas, or kale based on availability or preference.
- Add red pepper flakes when cooking for a spicy kick.
- Stir in cream or a splash of milk at the end for a richer, creamier version.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free if needed.
