Summer Penne Pasta Recipe

Summer Penne Pasta, a vegetarian Italian dish that’s perfect for warm weather meals. This recipe features a medley of sweet bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms, creating a light and satisfying dish. Ideal for gluten-sensitive diets, this pasta can be customized with your favorite seasonal vegetables.

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Recipe Collection: Dinner

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Overview

Summer Penne Pasta is a vibrant and versatile dish that celebrates the bounty of fresh vegetables. This recipe is perfect for a light and healthy meal, and it can be easily customized with your favorite veggies or pasta shapes.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten (from pasta)

Cuisine

Italian

Ingredients

• 16 Ounces (oz) penne pasta, packaged
• 0.33 Pounds (lb) green bell peppers, sliced
• 0.33 Pounds (lb) red bell peppers, sliced
• 0.33 Pounds (lb) yellow bell peppers, sliced
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil
• 1 Whole zucchini, sliced
• 1 Whole yellow squash, sliced
• 6 Ounces (oz) mushrooms, minced
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 2 Medium tomatoes, peeled
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, cook the penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta, leaving it slightly wet.
2. While the pasta is cooking, wash the bell peppers and cut them into 1/4 inch strips.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the bell peppers until soft, ensuring they do not brown.
4. Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes.
5. Add the minced mushrooms and minced garlic, and sauté for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
6. Add the peeled tomatoes to the skillet and remove from heat.
7. Serve the pasta on warmed plates and top with the vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy Summer Penne Pasta!