Quick Veggie Pasta

Information

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Serves: 2-3

Ingredients list

  • 1 purple onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red capsicum (bell pepper), chopped
  • 1 yellow capsicum, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 2 cups cooked penne pasta (or pasta of choice)
  • 2 tbsp green pesto
  • Grated parmesan cheese, to serve

Method

  • Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced purple onion and sauté until softened and fragrant.
  • Add the chopped zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red and yellow capsicum to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, then cover with a lid. Cook for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in the cooked penne pasta and drizzle with a splash of olive oil. Add the green pesto and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  • Season and serve immediately, topped with a generous sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese.