Chunky Vegetable Spaghetti

Health score
49%
Chunky Vegetable Spaghetti
25 min.
6
428kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that can be whipped up in just 25 minutes? Look no further than our Chunky Vegetable Spaghetti! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome option for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish. Packed with a medley of fresh vegetables, including zucchini, carrots, and mushrooms, this recipe is a fantastic way to incorporate more greens into your diet without sacrificing flavor.

The combination of roasted red peppers and juicy tomatoes adds a delightful sweetness, while the aromatic garlic and basil elevate the dish to new heights. With a satisfying serving of spaghetti as the base, this meal is sure to please both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Plus, it’s easily customizable—feel free to swap in your favorite veggies or add a protein of your choice!

At just 428 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Whether you’re cooking for a family gathering or a cozy dinner for two, this Chunky Vegetable Spaghetti is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and let’s get cooking—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz pasta like spaghetti 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • medium zucchini cut into 1/2-inch slices (2 cups)
  • cup carrots thinly sliced
  • cup mushrooms fresh sliced
  • 0.5 cup onion diced
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • medium tomatoes seeded cut into 1-inch pieces
  • oz roasted peppers red drained coarsely chopped
  • cups pasta sauce 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup basil dried fresh chopped
  • serving parmesan cheese shredded grated

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package.
  2. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, onions and garlic; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Stir in remaining ingredients except basil and cheese. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Stir in basil.
  5. Serve sauce over spaghetti.
  6. Sprinkle with cheese. Makes about 5 1/2 cups sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories428kcal
Protein15.28%
Fat16.75%
Carbs67.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.31
Glycemic Load
25.89
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.922608681347%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.28mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
3.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:427.9kcal
21.4%
Fat:8.24g
12.67%
Saturated Fat:2.03g
12.66%
Carbohydrates:75.22g
25.07%
Net Carbohydrates:65.3g
23.74%
Sugar:9.71g
10.79%
Cholesterol:4.35mg
1.45%
Sodium:1156.72mg
50.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.91g
33.82%
Vitamin K:188.87µg
179.87%
Manganese:2.05mg
102.47%
Vitamin A:4679.15IU
93.58%
Selenium:52.27µg
74.67%
Iron:11.46mg
63.66%
Vitamin C:41.38mg
50.16%
Fiber:9.93g
39.72%
Magnesium:149.8mg
37.45%
Copper:0.69mg
34.66%
Calcium:333.32mg
33.33%
Potassium:1139.35mg
32.55%
Vitamin B6:0.6mg
29.82%
Phosphorus:291.68mg
29.17%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.22%
Folate:88.29µg
22.07%
Vitamin E:3.16mg
21.05%
Vitamin B3:4.11mg
20.56%
Zinc:2.67mg
17.8%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.33%
Vitamin B5:1.18mg
11.81%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.23%