Roasted summer veg & pancetta pasta

Health score
30%
Roasted summer veg & pancetta pasta
45 min.
4
684kcal

Suggestions

Discover the vibrant and hearty flavors of summer with this Roasted Summer Veg & Pancetta Pasta recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying weekend lunch, this dish combines tender roasted vegetables with crispy pancetta and al dente penne for a meal that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. With a cooking time of just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy days when you want something both nutritious and flavorsome.

Oven-roasted courgettes, aubergine, and baby plum tomatoes are the stars of this dish, caramelizing beautifully to bring out their natural sweetness. The addition of whole garlic cloves, roasted in their skins, adds a mellow depth of flavor, while crispy pancetta lends a savory, smoky richness. A generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves ties everything together, creating a dish that’s fresh, fragrant, and utterly comforting.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the senses, but it’s also a powerhouse of nutrients. With a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates, it’s a meal that will keep you energized. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve as a side dish, a main course, or even a crowd-pleasing main dish at your next gathering. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Roasted Summer Veg & Pancetta Pasta is sure to become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  •  zucchini halved sliced
  • large eggplant sliced cut into rounds then
  • 400 plum tomatoes halved
  •  garlic clove 
  • tbsp olive oil plus a drizzle
  • 400 penne pasta 
  • 140 pancetta diced
  • 25 parmesan grated
  • handful basil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas
  2. Put the vegetables and garlic in a large roasting tin, toss with the oil and season.
  3. Spread out in a single layer and roast for 35 mins until tender, stirring after 20 mins.
  4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve some of the cooking liquid, then drain.
  5. Pop the pancetta, with a drizzle of oil, into the pan you cooked the pasta in. Cook for 2-3 mins until golden, crisp and cooked though. Toss in the drained pasta, Parmesan, roasted veg and a couple tbsps of the reserved cooking liquid. Tear in most of the basil leaves and stir.
  6. Serve sprinkled with remaining basil leaves and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories684kcal
Protein13.84%
Fat32.52%
Carbs53.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63
Glycemic Load
33.11
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.006087038828%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
98.12mg
Naringenin
0.68mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
1.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:684kcal
34.2%
Fat:24.93g
38.35%
Saturated Fat:7.12g
44.49%
Carbohydrates:92.51g
30.84%
Net Carbohydrates:83.07g
30.21%
Sugar:13.13g
14.59%
Cholesterol:27.35mg
9.12%
Sodium:358.05mg
15.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.87g
47.74%
Selenium:73.13µg
104.47%
Manganese:1.67mg
83.4%
Vitamin C:44.49mg
53.93%
Phosphorus:399.58mg
39.96%
Fiber:9.44g
37.76%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.59%
Potassium:1206.53mg
34.47%
Magnesium:115.26mg
28.81%
Copper:0.56mg
27.76%
Vitamin B3:5.17mg
25.86%
Vitamin A:1242.01IU
24.84%
Vitamin K:24.83µg
23.64%
Folate:94.43µg
23.61%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.27%
Zinc:2.89mg
19.28%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.57%
Vitamin E:2.35mg
15.67%
Calcium:152.39mg
15.24%
Iron:2.73mg
15.16%
Vitamin B5:1.4mg
14.01%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.17%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.14%