Satisfying and robust in flavor, this vegetable-filled, all-in-one dinner needs only crusty bread and a beverage to complete the menu.
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 - 2 cup
5 A Day servings: 3
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3 medium zucchini, washed and ends removed
1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. dried leaf basil, crushed
½ tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
2 cups prepared no-fat pasta sauce
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
8 oz. dried pasta, shape of choice
1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley or basil
grated Parmesan cheese, optional*
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- Cut zucchini in quarters lengthwise and cut into ½-inch pieces. Place zucchini, onion, garlic, and olive oil with seasonings in large, deep skillet and saut over MEDIUM heat until soft. Stir often.
- Add prepared sauce, mix well, and let simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in ½ cup chopped tomato and allow to heat thoroughly.
- In a separate pot, cook pasta as directed on package. Drain well and place in large serving bowl. Add sauce and mix gently. Top with the reserved ½ cup chopped tomatoes and chopped herbs. Serve hot.
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*Optional ingredients are not included in the dietary analysis. |
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| Nutritional Information per Serving |
| Calories: 350 |
Saturated Fat: 0.5g |
| Carbohydrates: 60g |
Dietary Fiber: 6g |
| Total Fat: 5g |
% of Calories from Fat: 14% |
| Cholesterol: 0mg |
Sodium: 370mg |
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Protein: 17g |
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