Ditalini Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Vegetables
Savor the comforting flavors of this delightful ditalini pasta dish, where tender pasta meets a rich tomato sauce, sautéed vegetables, and a sprinkle of fresh basil. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth and joy to any dining table. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ditalini pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add ditalini pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic with diced vegetables until softened.
- Stir in the tomato sauce and simmer for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors.
- Combine the cooked ditalini pasta with the sauce mixture, stirring gently until coated evenly.
- Remove from heat and fold in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Top with torn basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg