Description
Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini is a comforting dish that combines al dente pasta with savory sausage, fresh tomatoes, and tender zucchini. This vibrant meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. With its rich aroma and nostalgic warmth, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook rigatoni until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced sausage. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and zucchini; sauté until zucchini softens (3-4 minutes).
- Add diced tomatoes; simmer until softened (5-7 minutes). Mix in cooked rigatoni and reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Serve hot with extra cheese and basil as garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg