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this image shows A delicious plate of 20-minute pasta with vegetables, featuring a rich red creamy sauce and vibrant broccoli florets, yellow and red bell peppers, and round-shaped zucchini pieces, making for a colorful and flavorful meal.

20-Minute Pasta With Vegetables Recipe

This 20-minute pasta with vegetables is a quick, nutritious meal perfect for busy days. Bursting with vibrant veggies and perfectly cooked pasta, it’s a one-pot wonder that's flavorful, satisfying, and easy to customize. Watch the video in the post for visual guidance!
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 3 people
Calories 465 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large pot or deep skillet
  • Ladle or serving spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • ½ tbsp veggie bouillon powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1¼ cup passata
  • 1 cup red pepper chopped
  • 1 cup zucchini chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ cup canned coconut milk
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 8 oz dry pasta gluten-free or regular
  • 1 medium yellow and red bell peppers
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1⅔ cups broccoli florets

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a large pot or deep skillet and mix well.
    combining-pasta-vegetables-and-red-creamy-sauce-in-a-large-pot-for-20-minute-vegetable-pasta
  • Boil over high heat, then reduce to low and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
    this image shows The mixture of pasta, vegetables, and red creamy sauce boiling on high heat in a large pot, ready to be reduced to low heat for 12 minutes to cook the pasta al dente.
  • Adjust cooking time based on pasta type.
    this image shows A cook checking the pasta’s doneness and adjusting the cooking time based on the type of pasta being used, ensuring perfect texture and flavor.
  • Serve with fresh herbs and enjoy!
    this image shows A steaming plate of 20-minute pasta with vegetables, topped with fresh herbs, ready to be served and enjoyed for a quick, satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Stirring frequently prevents sticking and ensures even cooking.
  • Gluten-free pasta cooks faster, so monitor closely.