One-Pot Sundried Tomato and Spinach Penne with Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

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A vibrant and simple one-pot pasta combining sundried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and Parmesan for a flavorful, quick vegetarian weeknight meal. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs penne pasta, sundried tomatoes in oil, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz penne pasta
1/3 cup chopped sundried tomatoes in oil
4 cups fresh spinach
3 cloves minced garlic
4 cups vegetable broth
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh basil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large deep skillet or pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 12 oz penne pasta, 1/3 cup chopped sundried tomatoes, 4 cups fresh spinach, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Step 3: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and liquid reduces to a creamy consistency.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.
Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil before serving warm.