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Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta

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A quick and easy meatless main or healthy side dish, your family will love this vegetarian Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta.

Garnishing garlic roasted vegetable pasta with herbs.

The most delicious meals created in my kitchen are almost always those that are created in a last-ditch attempt to clean out the fridge. And since two things my boys love more than life are roasted vegetables and pasta, I decided to use the veggies I had left in the fridge to make this delicious Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta. A fully vegetarian dish, but still filling and delicious for anyone!

Why You’ll Love this Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta

  • Fully vegetarian, but can easily be made with a protein as well.
  • Can easily be customized with what you have in your fridge and pantry, and still be delicious!
  • You can have dinner on the table in around 30 minutes!

Ingredients

  • Spaghetti: I used a box of whole wheat, thin spaghetti since that’s what I had on hand, but you could use any pasta!
  • Vegetables: Eggplant, zucchini, onion, bell peppers, sweet potato, or any other vegetables you have in your produce drawer will work!
  • Garlic: I love the sweet, caramelized flavor of adding roasted, full garlic cloves.
  • Olive oil: Helps the veggies roast evenly, and coats the pasta.
  • Parmesan: Adds a nutty, salty flavor to the pasta.
  • Parsley: Topping the dish with fresh parsley adds some brightness and clean, peppery flavor.

How to Make Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta

Step 1. Start by prepping your vegetables. I cubed an eggplant, zucchini, red onion, and red bell pepper.

Step 2. Peel your garlic, leaving a single layer of skin on each clove.

Step 3. Mince your fresh herbs, like parsley, cilantro, or basil.

Step 4. Lay your chopped veggies and garlic cloves in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet, and drizzle with olive oil. Toss in the oven at 400 for about 20 minutes.

Step 5. While veggies are roasting, cook pasta according to package instructions and strain, reserving some of the cooking liquid.

Step 6. Once veggies are done, add them to the pasta along with the parmesan cheese, reserved water, and chili flakes for a kick of heat. Toss well.

Garlic roasted vegetable pasta.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, top with the minced parsley, and enjoy your Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta!

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of protein can I add to this recipe?

Grilled chicken would be the perfect addition – serve on the side or mix into the pasta.

What veggies can I add to my pasta?

The options are endless. You can add leafy greens, like spinach or kale, any type of onion, broccoli, carrots, peppers, squash, tomatoes.

Which type of pasta is the healthiest?

Whole-wheat pasta is high in fiber and other vitamins, but many grocery stores carry pasta that is made with vegetables as well, and both are a healthier option than traditional white pasta.

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A delicious vegetarian lunch or dinner option, your family is sure to love my Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta like my kids do.

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Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta

Liz Della Croce
3.83 stars average
A quick and easy meatless main or healthy side dish, your family will love this vegetarian Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
CourseMain Dish, Side Dish
Serves4

Ingredients
 
 

  • 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti cooked according to package instructions
  • 8 cups cubed vegetables (i.e. eggplant,red peppers, zucchini, sweet potato, onion, etc.)
  • 12 cloves garlic whole, skin-on
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil divided
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley minced
  • chili flakes optional

Instructions
 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Place vegetables and garlic cloves on a baking sheet then drizzle with half the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well then roast until tender, 18-20 minutes.
    8 cups cubed vegetables, 12 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper to taste
  3. While vegetables are roasting, prepare pasta according to package instructions reserving 1/2 cup starchy cooking liquid. Strain pasta then return to the warm cooking pot.
    8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
  4. Toss roasted vegetables into the pasta pot along with the reserved cooking liquid, remaining olive oil, parmesan, parsley, and chili flakes. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly before serving.
    1/4 cup grated parmesan, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chili flakes

Nutrition

Serving: 2cupsCalories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 57.1gProtein: 11.6gFat: 9.9gSaturated Fat: 1.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8.1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 102mgFiber: 9.4gSugar: 6.3g

Liz’s Notes

  • While the vegetables are roasting, cook the pasta and reserve a bit of the salty, starchy cooking liquid for later. Once you drain the pasta, add it right back into the warm pot then toss in the roasted vegetables, olive oil, Parmesan cheese. Add just enough of the reserved cooking liquid to create a silky, smooth sauce then sprinkle with fresh parsley to serve.
  • Can be served warm, room temperature or chilled.
 
 

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34 responses to “Garlic Roasted Vegetable Pasta”

  1. Marly Avatar
    Marly

    I love veggie pasta, especially when you add some roasted garlic to the picture. Can’t wait to try this!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Come over for dinner!! :)

    2. Susan Avatar
      Susan

      No pealing the garlic, what happens to the skins?

      1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
        Liz DellaCroce

        You just peel the skin off like you would a shrimp tail – it comes right off!

  2. Jamie | Jamie's Recipes Avatar
    Jamie | Jamie’s Recipes

    Easy, peasy, and delicious. These are the best meals!

  3. Ally's Sweet & Savory Eats Avatar
    Ally’s Sweet & Savory Eats

    Oh my heavens, why haven’t I thought of this dish? So simple, yet so flavorful!

  4. Shawnna Avatar
    Shawnna

    Oh I just love pasta and veggies together!! Yummy!! This looks oh so good!!

  5. Renee Avatar
    Renee

    YUM!! I do the same thing but mix the veggies with some orzo. It’s a great vegetarian main dish!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Such a great idea!

  6. Alexa [fooduzzi.com] Avatar
    Alexa [fooduzzi.com]

    I am just like your boys – there isn’t anything better than a huge batch of roasted veggies! This dish sounds like a wonderful spring dish!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      There really isn’t!! :)

  7. Amy @Very Culinary Avatar
    Amy @Very Culinary

    I always say to parents who complain that their kids hate vegetables, “throw them on the grill, or roast them!” My kids would love this pasta. And so. would. I.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Yes exactly!!! We are grilling tonight and I know it’ll be a home run. :) xo

  8. Susan Avatar
    Susan

    I hear you about using up extra veggies. We’re leaving on a trip in a couple of days and I have this cauliflower… the problem is that my husband isn’t overly fond of cauliflower and I would need to disguise it so it doesn’t look or taste like cauliflower. It probably won’t get used (I think that’s why he wants to go out to dinner on our last night in town). :-D

    I really like the sound of this pasta, so hopefully I’ll have a chance to try it once we return home.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      This would be the best use for cauliflower!! Make him try it roasted!

  9. Jennie @onesweetmess Avatar
    Jennie @onesweetmess

    My fridge is where produce goes to die. I am forever cleaning it out in an attempt to save whatever produce is rotting at the bottom. Love this pasta!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You are so not alone!!! Try this!!

  10. Maryea {happy healthy mama} Avatar
    Maryea {happy healthy mama}

    This is one of the first meals that became a staple when I first got married. Roasted vegetables+pasta is such an easy and flavorful combination! Thanks for reminding me how much I love this dinner. :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      It’s seriously such a perfect meal. I loved watching my kids devour it!