How to Make Quick Vegetarian Pasta with Zucchini and Yellow Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a quick and tasty vegetarian meal that's full of flavor and nutrients? Look no further than this delicious recipe for Quick Vegetarian Pasta with Zucchini and Yellow Squash. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry, but still want something healthy and satisfying.

This pasta dish is not only quick and easy to make, but it's also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. Zucchini and yellow squash ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ⅓ cups yellow squash, cubed
  • 2 ⅓ cups zucchini, cubed
  • salt to taste
  • 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bunch chopped fresh parsley
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Place a serving platter in the oven to warm.
  • Place yellow squash and zucchini in a colander in the sink, season with salt, and allow to drain.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to the warm serving platter.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook yellow squash and zucchini until softened and lightly brown on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and parsley and season with pepper. Cook for 1 minute. Add to spaghetti on the platter and sprinkle with 1/2 the Pecorino Romano cheese. Serve with remaining Pecorino Romano cheese.
  • Nutrition

    418 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 417mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 380mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 593mg