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Garden Vegetable Pasta

Fusilli pasta is tossed with garden vegetables and a light vinegar-herb dressing. A great way to enjoy garden veggies in the summertime!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 5 side servings
Calories: 196 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. pasta (gluten-free if desired*)
  • 1 small yellow onion (or 1/2 large)
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 yellow summer squash
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (or parsley, etc.)
For the vinegar-oregano dressing:
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano (or other herb of your choice)
  • 1/8 tsp. salt (more/less to taste)

Instructions

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  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, leaving al dente (slightly firm, not mushy). Drain when finished.
  2. Meanwhile, chop the onion. Dice zucchini and yellow squash. Chop tomatoes.
  3. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté onions for about 4 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. broth/water for no-oil sauté method, adding more as needed.)
  4. Add zucchini and yellow squash. Stir and sauté 6-7 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, mince garlic.
  6. Add chopped tomatoes and garlic to pan. Sauté 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
  8. Add cooked (drained) pasta to a large bowl. Add dressing, cooked vegetables, and chopped fresh basil. Toss to combine.
  9. Salt/pepper to taste as needed. Add a splash more vinegar, or more basil if desired.

Notes

  • *For gluten-free: I use brown rice + quinoa fusilli pasta.
  • Garlic: If you want a more pronounced garlic flavor, simply add it to the dressing and keep it raw, instead of sautéing it with the vegetables.
  • Variations: Try this with other vegetables (bell pepper, mushroom, etc.) or herb combinations.

Nutrition Information

Calories 196kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Potassium 429mg (12%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 844IU (17%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 37mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5side servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 196

% Daily Value*

Calories 196kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Potassium 429mg 9%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 844IU 17%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.