**Zucchini Pasta with Mushrooms, Eggplant, and Roasted Peppers: A Delightful Vegetarian Feast**
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this delectable Zucchini Pasta dish, a symphony of fresh, seasonal vegetables that will tantalize your taste buds. Succulent zucchini, earthy mushrooms, tender eggplant, and colorful roasted peppers come together in a harmonious union, creating a dish that is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Tossed in a light and flavorful sauce, this pasta is a perfect balance of textures and tastes, offering a satisfying and nutritious meal that is sure to become a favorite. With its vibrant colors and medley of vegetables, this Zucchini Pasta is not only a feast for the palate but also a feast for the eyes.
ROASTED EGGPLANT AND ZUCCHINI PASTA
This chunky eggplant and zucchini pasta is quick to make in just 30 minutes and features hearty vegetables that are roasted to bring out maximum flavour.
Provided by Melissa
Categories Main Course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 F / 200 C.
- Place the chopped eggplant and zucchini on a baking pan and drizzle with 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Toss with your hands to coat the veggies then place in the oven. (The oven doesn't need to be fully preheated, just put the pan in and the veggies will start cooking). Roast for 20 - 30 minutes, tossing halfway through until tender and beginning to brown.
- Meanwhile prepare the sauce. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat and add the onion. Fry until soft and transparent then add the garlic and fry for another 30 seconds until soft. Add the chopped tomatoes and fry until soft and beginning to break down - about 5 - 10 minutes. Add the tomato sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to the package directions.
- When the eggplant and zucchini are done roasting, add them to the pasta sauce.
- Drain the pasta and return it to the empty pot. Add half the sauce and veggies to the pasta and stir to coat the pasta in tomato sauce.
- Divide into serving bowls and top each with a couple spoonfuls of the remaining eggplant and zucchini sauce.
- Garnish with your favourite fresh herb.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 kcal, Carbohydrate 91 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1079 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHEET PAN ROASTED VEGETABLES
Succulent roasted vegetables with a sweet and smoky, herby taste. Good for a main course with noodles or rice, or as a side dish.
Provided by JRCROSBY31
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 2h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl mix the zucchini, eggplant, carrots, tomatoes, onions and peppers with the oil, rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, oregano, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, and preferably overnight.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- On a large roasting pan, roast the vegetables, uncovered, for 20 minutes, or until the tomatoes have split and the edges of some of the vegetables are starting to crisp. Remove from the oven and stir before returning to the oven for another 20 minutes. At this time reduce heat to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C) and continue cooking until vegetables are tender, turning every 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 11.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
ROASTED EGGPLANT AND MUSHROOMS
Eggplant, mushrooms, and zucchini are roasted together with a touch of tomato for a surprisingly robust side dish or sandwich filling.
Provided by PSPINRAD
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini
Time 55m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place eggplant, zucchini, onion and mushrooms in a 2 quart casserole dish. In a small bowl combine the tomato paste with the water, and stir in garlic, basil, salt and pepper. Pour over the vegetables and mix well.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until eggplant is tender, stirring occasionally. Add water as necessary if vegetables begin to stick; however, vegetables should be fairly dry, with slightly browned edges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 111.1 mg, Sugar 13.3 g
EGGPLANT ZUCCHINI BOLOGNESE
I roast the veggies while the pasta cooks, making this a quick dish. This meal in one blends rustic comfort with fresh flavors. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. , In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, zucchini, squash, onion, oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Transfer to two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato puree, Italian seasoning and brown sugar. , Drain pasta; stir in tomato mixture and roasted vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
PASTA WITH EGGPLANT AND ZUCCHINI
This timeless summer pasta dish was brought to The Times in 1991 by Pierre Franey in one of his 60-Minute Gourmet columns. Like so many of his dishes, it is at once elegant and easy, and no trouble to put together on a weeknight. Sauté the sliced eggplant and zucchini until golden while you make a quick sauce of canned crushed tomatoes, olive oil, garlic and herbs in another pot. Throw everything together, and simmer for about 15 minutes. Toss with cooked pasta and a shower of Parmesan. Dig in.
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, easy, pastas, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a saucepan and add the garlic. Cook and stir without browning. Add the tomatoes, parsley, oregano, pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Stir to blend, bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile cut off the ends of the eggplant and peel. Cut it into 1-inch cubes.
- Cut the ends off the zucchini and slice into 1-inch thick slices.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet. When the oil is very hot, add the eggplant, zucchini, salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until nicely browned and tender. Add to the tomato sauce. Mix well and cook for 15 minutes.
- Drop the pasta into salted boiling water and cook to the desired degree of doneness. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Return the pasta to the pot, add the reserved cooking liquid, the vegetable and sauce mixture, basil and Parmesan cheese. Toss and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 609, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 91 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 1150 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams
ZUCCHINI PASTA
Pasta with zucchini in a garlicky sauce. Serve with crusty bread and a chilled white wine, if desired.
Provided by ELLENC
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and reserve.
- Fill a medium sauce pan with lightly salted water. Add zucchini and bring to a boil; boil for 10 minutes or until tender.
- In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil and hot pepper flakes. Add drained zucchini and parsley, then mix all together and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Toss with pasta; then add cheese and salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 88.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
ZUCCHINI PASTA
The taste of this rich and creamy zucchini pasta dish will have people convinced it's not low-fat, but it is! Garlicky and fresh-flavored, this will be a hit. -Maria Regakis, Saugus, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook linguine according to package directions. In a sieve or colander, drain the zucchini, squeezing to remove excess liquid. Pat dry. , In a large nonstick skillet, saute zucchini in oil for 2 minutes. Add garlic; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until zucchini is tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the yogurt, cheese, salt and pepper. Drain linguine; add to zucchini mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right kind of zucchini: Look for firm and medium-sized zucchini. Avoid the ones that are too large or have blemishes.
- Cook the zucchini properly: To prevent the zucchini from becoming mushy, cook it briefly over high heat. You can either sauté, stir-fry, or grill it.
- Enhance the flavor: Add some herbs, spices, or a squeeze of lemon juice to enhance the flavor of the zucchini. You can also add other vegetables, such as mushrooms, eggplant, and roasted peppers, to make it a more flavorful and colorful dish.
- Make it a complete meal: Serve the zucchini pasta with a side of protein, such as grilled chicken, fish, or tofu. You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese or a dollop of pesto for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Zucchini pasta is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. It's a great way to use up leftover zucchini and other vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can easily make a delicious zucchini pasta dish that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give zucchini pasta a try!
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