Oven-Roasted Vegetable Pasta with Basil Pesto

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Roasted Italian vegetables tossed with al dente penne and vibrant basil pesto for a comforting and colorful pasta dish. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs penne pasta, zucchini, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large baking sheet, toss 1 medium sliced zucchini, 1 large cut red bell pepper, 1 small diced eggplant, and 1 cup whole cherry tomatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz penne pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted vegetables, cooked penne, 1/2 cup basil pesto, and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time to loosen the sauce if needed.
  4. Step 4: Serve pasta topped with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves for a fresh finish.

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