Description
One-pot veggie pasta is a quick and healthy meal that combines vibrant vegetables with hearty pasta, all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish offers delicious flavors and a customizable approach so you can use whatever fresh produce you have on hand. In just 20 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that is not only budget-friendly but also packed with nutrients from fresh veggies and light mozzarella cheese. Serve it with your favorite toppings like parmesan or fresh herbs to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 large garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 250 g (1/2 lb) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning mix
- 500 ml (2 cups) vegetable stock (or water)
- 250 g (1/2 lb) uncooked short pasta
- 500 ml (2 cups) pasta sauce
- 125 g (1 1/2 cups) light mozzarella, grated
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan or vegetarian hard cheese, to serve, optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Sauté chopped red onion, garlic, and diced red bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add diced zucchini and sliced mushrooms; cook for another 1–2 minutes until tender.
- Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning. Pour in vegetable stock, uncooked pasta, and pasta sauce; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Stir in grated mozzarella cheese, cover for an additional 1–2 minutes to melt cheese, then season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 15mg