30-Minute Creamy Vegetable Pasta: Your Ultimate Weeknight Veggie Delight

Easy Creamy Vegetable Pasta

Introduction

Easy Creamy Vegetable Pasta is a vibrant, satisfying dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights when you want something both comforting and full of fresh flavor. The combination of crisp, colorful vegetables and a silky, luscious sauce creates a meal that delights everyone—from picky eaters to passionate foodies. Serve it as a standalone vegetarian entree or as a hearty side—either way, it’s guaranteed to become a regular in your recipe rotation.

Why This Creamy Vegetable Pasta Wins Every Time

This recipe shines because it balances creaminess with plenty of texture from the vegetables, while keeping the entire process simple. Quick prep, minimal clean-up, and adaptable to any veggies you have on hand, it’s a crowd-pleaser that never sacrifices depth of flavor for convenience.

The Secret to Effortless Vegetable Prep

Chopping vegetables evenly is crucial for this recipe, as it ensures they cook uniformly for the perfect bite every time. Speed up your prep and achieve perfectly diced veggies with the help of the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper. This tool makes light work of everything from bell peppers and carrots to zucchini.

For best results, cut your veggies into small, bite-sized pieces so they become tender quickly and meld smoothly with the creamy sauce.

Building the Silkiest, Creamiest Sauce

Creating a luxurious sauce doesn’t require hard-to-find ingredients—just a touch of cream or half-and-half, some garlic, and a bit of grated cheese. To blend the cheese uniformly and get a supremely velvety finish, use the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender for any pre-grated cheese or to puree part of the veggies for even more creaminess.

If you prefer a nonstick surface that makes cleanup a snap, cook your sauce in the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet.

Putting It All Together for Maximum Flavor

Start by sautéing the chopped vegetables over medium heat until they’re just tender. Mix in the cooked pasta and pour over your creamy sauce, tossing to coat every strand. If you want to air-fry some broccoli or cauliflower for added crunch, try the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1—this adds texture and a lovely roasted flavor to the dish.

Season generously with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt. Finish with a shower of Parmesan and plenty of fresh herbs.

Serving & Storage Tips

Serve this creamy vegetable pasta straight from the pan, garnished with extra herbs and a squeeze of lemon for brightness. If you’re meal-prepping, portion leftovers in a Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Container to keep everything fresh for lunch the next day.

Enjoy with a crisp green salad and a chilled glass of white wine for a complete meal.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe comfortably serves four people. Each serving contains about 400–500 calories, depending on the types of vegetables and dairy used. It’s high in fiber, vitamin-rich, and full of wholesome, nourishing ingredients.

Easy Creamy Vegetable Pasta (Recap)

This pasta brings together quick, easy prep and comfort food flavor. With creamy sauce, plenty of vegetables, and a handful of kitchen helpers, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner to warm up any table—delicious, wholesome, and oh-so-satisfying.

Ingredients

8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
1 tbsp olive oil (plus more as needed)
1 cup broccoli florets
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 small zucchini, diced
1 small carrot, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, prep all vegetables. For best speed and consistency, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for chopping.
  3. Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sauté broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot for about 5 minutes, until just tender.
    Add the tomatoes and garlic and cook for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the cream, add parmesan, and stir. Let the sauce simmer gently until thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
    For a smoother sauce, puree a portion in a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, then return it to the pan.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the pan. Toss to combine and coat in the sauce. Adjust salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes as desired.
    For crunch, air-fry extra veggies in the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1 and top the pasta at the end.
  6. Spoon into bowls, garnish with herbs, and serve with fresh lemon wedges.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

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