A Veggie-Packed Pasta Dish That’s Bursting with Flavor

When it comes to creating a meal that’s both satisfying and loaded with wholesome ingredients, this veggie-packed pasta delivers on all fronts. Every bite is brimming with vibrant colors, fresh flavors, and a variety of textures that make this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious.

At the heart of this recipe is an abundance of vegetables, ensuring each forkful is packed with goodness. Mushrooms, onions, red peppers, cherry tomatoes, and spinach all play a crucial role, bringing their unique flavors and nutritional benefits to the dish. The mushrooms offer a deep, earthy richness, while the red peppers add a subtle sweetness. Cherry tomatoes bring a burst of juiciness, and spinach rounds out the medley with a fresh, slightly wilted texture that ties everything together beautifully.

What makes this dish even more irresistible is the combination of bold flavors that complement the veggies so well. Garlic and chili flakes add just the right amount of heat, while a duo of sweet chili sauce and basil pesto creates a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and herbaceous notes. The result is a sauce that perfectly coats every strand of pasta, infusing it with layers of mouthwatering flavor.

Of course, no comforting pasta dish is complete without a touch of creaminess. A splash of heavy cream brings everything together, providing a silky, luscious texture. And let’s not forget the cheese—grated parmesan adds a rich umami depth, while crumbled feta provides a tangy contrast that enhances every bite.

Not only is this pasta dish an absolute flavor bomb, but it’s also a great way to load up on vegetables without sacrificing indulgence. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a dish that impresses with minimal effort, this veggie-packed pasta is one you’ll want to make again and again. So grab your favorite pasta, toss in those vibrant veggies, and get ready to enjoy a bowl of pure comfort and flavor!

A very generous thank you to CPMA for sponsoring this recipe. It is an honour to work with brands that align with our values and make it possible for us to share these recipes with you. We love the Half Your Plate program because it aims to educate Canadians of all ages about the importance of fresh produce consumption and encourages them to fill half their plates with fruits and vegetables to improve their health.  As always, all recipes and opinions remain our own.  Visit the Half Your Plate website for more information!

Veggie Packed Pasta

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• Author: The Kilted Chef
• Yield: Serves 2

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Ingredients

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• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1/4 cup chopped onions
• 1/4 cup diced red peppers
• 4 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes
• 3 tbsp. sweet Chili
• 1 tbsp basil pesto
• 1 lg handful of spinach
• 2 cups cooked pasta, we used spaghetti
• 1/4 cup – 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan.
2. Add the mushrooms, onion, red peppers, cherry tomatoes, garlic and chili flakes, saute until the vegetables are warmed through but not too soft.
3. Stir in the  sweet Chili and basil pesto.
4. Add the spinach and cook until slightly wilted.
5. Toss in the pasta and heat through.
6. Add the cream and parmesan cheese, heat through.
7. Finish with the feta cheese.

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