Ingredients and Weight:
- Orecchiette pasta: 1 lb (454 g)
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 pint (227 g)
- Bell pepper: 1, chopped
- Zucchini: 1, chopped
- Mushrooms: 1 cup (142 g), sliced
- Baby spinach: 5 ounces (140 g)
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
- Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup (60 g), for serving
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add orecchiette pasta to the skillet and cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked through, stir in baby spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 470 per serving
- Fat: 18 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 12 g
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and satisfying
- Packed with colorful vegetables
- Easy to make in one pan
- Perfect for a casual American-style meal
User Comments:
- "I love the combination of pasta and vegetables in this dish. It's so flavorful and easy to make."
- "This is my go-to pasta recipe when I want something quick and delicious. The whole family loves it!"
- "This dish is perfect for summer when fresh vegetables are abundant. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies."
- "I added some grilled chicken to this dish for a little extra protein. It was a great way to use up leftover chicken."
- "This pasta is so versatile. You can add any vegetables you like, or even use different types of pasta."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have orecchiette pasta, you can use any other type of short pasta, such as penne or fusilli.
- To make this dish vegetarian, omit the Parmesan cheese.
- To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
