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Roasted Vegetable Pasta with Herbed Sauce – A Colorful, Flavor-Packed Vegetarian Main That’s Perfect for Any Season

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Roasted Vegetable Pasta with Herbed Sauce is a vibrant, flavor-packed vegetarian main dish that’s perfect year-round. A medley of colorful roasted vegetables is tossed with tender pasta and a fragrant herbed sauce for a satisfying, wholesome, and easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • For the Herbed Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan or vegan cheese, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss chopped zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and chili flakes. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and slightly charred.
  2. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, basil, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the herbed sauce.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine roasted vegetables and cooked pasta. Pour herbed sauce over and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan or vegan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use seasonal vegetables like eggplant, broccoli, or mushrooms for variation.
  • Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta.
  • For added protein, toss in chickpeas, white beans, or grilled tofu.
  • Delicious served warm or at room temperature as a pasta salad.

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Keywords: roasted vegetable pasta, herbed sauce pasta, vegetarian pasta, colorful pasta dish, seasonal pasta

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