One Pot Zucchini and Tomato Penne Pasta (5-Ingredient Recipe)
Craving a quick, fresh pasta dish? Our One Pot Zucchini and Tomato Penne Pasta is just what you need! Made with only five ingredients, this easy recipe comes together in 30 minutes for a light, flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 to 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 medium zucchinis, chopped
- 5 cups of penne pasta
- 2 (10 ounce) packages of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 to 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, add oil and garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Add zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and salt and cook for 5 minutes. Smash gently tomatoes with the back of a wooden spoon. Let the juices cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add 3 cups of vegetable broth bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add noodles, stir to coat in the sauce. Bring to a simmer and cover (use foil if you don’t have a lid). Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add another ½ cup to 1 cup of vegetable broth if the sauce needs more liquid. Cook for 5 more minutes until noodles are cooked al dente.
Notes
* Salt and oil are not included in the 5-ingredient count.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 meal
- Calories: 402.4kcal
- Sugar: 9.35g
- Sodium: 843.76mg
- Fat: 5.51g
- Saturated Fat: 0.74g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.91g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74.83g
- Fiber: 5.43g
- Protein: 14.14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg