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Roasted Vegetable Pasta

Delicious Roasted Vegetable Pasta for a Healthy Weeknight Win

This Roasted Vegetable Pasta is an easy, vibrant dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes sweetness and vibrant color
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper adds a sweet, slightly crunchy texture
  • 1 medium Zucchini contributes tender texture and mild flavor
  • 1 medium Red Onion enhances sweetness and adds color
  • 3 cloves Garlic infuses the dish with aromatic depth
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil serves as cooking fat for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning adds herby flavor profile
  • to taste Salt enhances all flavors
  • to taste Black Pepper provides mild heat
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Penne Pasta hearty base of the dish
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese adds creaminess and umami flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil offers freshness and aromatic notes
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice adds brightness and acidity

Equipment

  • large baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and minced garlic.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; toss to coat.
  4. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway.
  5. Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot and cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  6. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining the penne, then mix it with the roasted vegetables, Parmesan, basil, and lemon juice.
  7. Toss gently and add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauciness.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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