Description
Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini is a vibrant, comforting dish that brings together the rich flavors of Italian sausage and fresh vegetables. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just about 40 minutes to prepare. The rigatoni pasta allows the savory sauce to cling beautifully, making each bite a delightful experience. Whether you’re hosting family dinners or casual get-togethers, this recipe is sure to impress with its enticing aroma and satisfying taste. Plus, it can easily be customized with your favorite ingredients, ensuring everyone at the table enjoys a hearty meal without the heaviness of baked pasta dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 large yellow onion
- 5 cloves garlic
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 2 small zucchini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for the rigatoni.
- In a wide pot, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté chopped onion until soft.
- Add Italian sausage and brown it using a wooden spoon.
- Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste; cook until fragrant.
- Add grape tomatoes and white wine (or broth); season with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes burst.
- In the boiling water, cook rigatoni until al dente (about 9-10 minutes).
- Drain rigatoni (reserve some cooking water) and combine with sauce in the wide pot; mix well.
- Stir in diced zucchini and chopped basil; serve hot topped with freshly grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg