Description
Tomato Spinach One Pot Pasta is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together fresh tomatoes, earthy spinach, and creamy Parmesan cheese—all cooked in just one pot! This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering minimal prep and cleanup while delivering rich flavors in every bite. Enjoy a wholesome meal that you can easily customize to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
- Short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- Fresh spinach
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Garlic
- Low-sodium vegetable broth
- Olive oil
- Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add canned diced tomatoes with their juices; stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta directly into the pot.
- Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then add grated Parmesan cheese along with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, enjoying it alongside crusty bread if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg