Description
This One-Pot Vegetarian Spaghetti is a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner option featuring mushrooms, spinach, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this meal combines tender whole wheat spaghetti with savory vegetables in a flavorful broth, topped with Parmesan and fresh herbs for a satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 (8 oz.) package button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 (14.5 oz.) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 10 oz. thin whole wheat spaghetti noodles
- 3 cups fresh spinach or baby spinach
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
For Serving
- ¼ cup fresh chopped basil or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and the liquid from the mushrooms has mostly evaporated.
- Add Garlic and Seasonings: Add minced garlic, then season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Bring to Boil: Increase the heat to high and pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes along with the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook Pasta: Add the spaghetti noodles, stirring to submerge and wilt them in the pot. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 5 minutes. Ensure the liquid maintains a low boil during this time.
- Incorporate Spinach: Remove the lid and add fresh spinach gradually, stirring to combine and wilt the leaves throughout the pasta.
- Rest and Season: Remove the pot from heat and keep covered for a few minutes to allow the pasta to finish cooking and absorb flavors. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Dish out the spaghetti and garnish with fresh chopped basil or parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use whole wheat spaghetti for added fiber and nutrients or substitute with your favorite pasta.
- Adjust red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level or omit for no heat.
- Fresh spinach can be substituted with baby spinach for convenience.
- To keep this dish vegan, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
- Serving fresh herbs enhances the flavor but is optional.
