Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Italy with this Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini recipe. This quick and easy dish combines savory Italian sausage, juicy tomatoes, and tender zucchini, all enveloped in perfectly cooked rigatoni pasta. In just 40 minutes, you can serve a comforting meal that’s ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The vibrant medley of fresh ingredients not only pleases the palate but also offers a healthy twist with ample vegetables. Whether you prefer it spicy or mild, this dish is versatile enough to suit everyone’s taste. Elevate your dining experience by serving it with warm crusty bread and a sprinkle of fresh basil for that extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 small zucchinis (diced)
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil and Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente.
- Sauté onions and crushed red pepper in olive oil until soft.
- Add sausage; cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook briefly.
- Add tomatoes and wine/broth; simmer until tomatoes burst.
- Stir in zucchini; cook for an additional five minutes.
- Combine drained pasta with sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Finish with fresh basil and serve topped with Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg