After the holidays and all the festive food we had, I wanted to make something super simple. I’ve heard so much about one pot spaghetti, so I just had to give it a try! I absolutely love pasta and it sounds so easy and convenient to throw everything in a pot, add some water and that’s it! I first wanted to try the most popular tomato basil one pot pasta, but then I ended up with this vegan one pot spaghetti with vegetables.
Before I gave it a try, I thought it somehow won’t taste right. To my surprise, I was 100% wrong! It really turned out pretty delicious!!
But is it really just as good as a regular pasta dish?
At first, I couldn’t decide what veggies I wanted to use. Spinach and tomato sounded good or basil and tomato, but there were already tons of other one pot recipes using these ingredients, so I wanted to make something a bit different. I finally ended up using lots of different veggies: Tomatoes, broccoli, yellow bell pepper, kale, zucchini, and eggplant. I also added a red onion and some garlic.
You literally just throw in all of the ingredients – including the uncooked spaghetti – and then cook it for about 12-15 minutes. Instead of water I added vegetable broth to give it some extra flavor. Yes, you cook it all together in one pot and do not drain the pasta. This might sound weird, but it really works.
So to come back to the question whether it really is just as good as regular pasta. That’s a though question. I mean it’s so easy to make and you save lots of time and also get less dirty dishes, which is pretty great, right? I mean I love cooking, but all the cleaning up afterwards is kind of boring and annoying, so using only one pot really makes it easier for you. Plus, it’s pretty delicious and packed with flavor! The spaghetti on their own taste so much like the sauce, which is unfamiliar but really cool!
But nevertheless, I would probably prefer regular pasta as I just love cooking waaaaay too much! It might sound weird, but I actually thought this was a bit boring in terms of cooking. It was a really great experience, but I just love to get a bit more active while cooking. Do you know what I mean? This is the perfect dish for lazy cooking days, but I wouldn’t always cook pasta dishes this way.
Have you ever tried one pot pasta and what do you think of it? As always, I love hearing from you guys!! xx
Hope you all enjoy the last couple days of the year 2015!
Vegan One Pot Spaghetti with Vegetables
Ingredients
- 9 oz whole wheat spaghetti
- 1/2 small zucchini, cut into medium-sized pieces
- 1/2 small eggplant, cut into medium-sized pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into medium-sized chunks
- 1 red onion, chooped
- 2 cloves of garlic, miced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
- 1/2 cup broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 handful kale, roughly chopped
- 3 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (I used thyme,basil, rosemary, and oregano)
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Put all ingredients except for the kale and the broccoli florets into a large pot. Pour in the vegetable broth.
- Season with dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 12-15 minutes or until the pasta is soft.
- Add the kale and the broccoli about 9 minutes into cooking.
One pot? I’m sold!! I’ve never tried it as I always thought it wouldn’t work either. Guess I was wrong! I will definitely have to give it a try! And I LOVE that you used veggie broth instead of water!!
I was pretty skeptical about it too, Jenn! I thought it would all get super mushy, but it worked out really well! :-) And it’s so easy. Let me know if you give it a try. ;-)
So convenient! Love it.
Thanks, Becky! :-)
A fast one pot meal….full of veggies and pasta…yes please!! Nothing not to crave!
Glad you like it, Rebecca! :-)
The simpler the better! I love how many veggies you managed to sneak in this pot of pasta too. My kind of recipe :)
I first thought of only using tomatoes and spinach, but then I ended up with all these colorful veggies. :-)
I live off of these types of meals!! This looks just perfect and all ingredients I love! I myself made a HUGE 1 veggie soup last night loaded with tons of veggies and chunky potatoes. I love this recipe and that you added spaghetti!
Thanks, Brandi! I love one pot veggie soups too. It’s just so convenient, especially after a long day! :-)
This week we have been living on spaghetti because we are feeling lazy after the holidays! Instead of doing my usual tomato and pepper sauce, I’m going to throw a bunch of veggies in the spaghetti pot!
Same here, Pamela! ;-) I’ve wanted to make something super easy after all the festive cooking and spaghetti are just perfect for that! :-)
This looks fantastic, I can’t believe how easy it is! I love the all in one pot shot :) Easy meals are amazing for the ease of making, but the real reason I’m into them is less cleanup woo!
Haha! I totally agree with you, Natalie! Less cleaning up sounds always great! :-)
I’ve always been intrigued by those one-pot pasta recipes, but I just never got around to making any of them! So glad to hear your opinion about it. I was always wondering if it actually works well with something else than just tomato and basil, but you just proved that :D
I was pretty skeptical about it too, Kat. But I was so surprised that it worked out this well. :-) But probably I wouldn’t always cook my pasta this way, but it’s perfect for lazy days! ;-)
Seriously, all in one pot ? I am so in for this. Looks delicious and very simple to prepare. I so want to try this at home. Thanks for the recipe. This is really new to me.
Glad you like it, Rasakama! I’ve seen so many one pot recipes in the last couple of months, so I really had to give it a try. Most used only tomatoes and spinach, but I love using all of these colorful veggies. :-)
I’m with you, I’d be so skeptical about the flavor of the boiled veggies, but you’ve convinced me. It looks delicious, it’s soooo easy, and obviously healthy. I might just have to try this tonight. Thanks, Sina!
a cool idea that was fun when I tried it too, but I’m with you – I’d rather make pasta the traditional way. this does look so good – fresh!
What a perfect healthy meal for the beginning of the new year! I love this recipe. Anytime I can add extra veggies, I’m in!
I have not tried one pot pasta, but you’ve now just given me the perfect recipe to begin. Thank so much!
One pot meals are the greatest! You made such a wonderful meal with my favorite veggies. Such a good way to enjoy Pasta!
Thanks, Ginny! Glad you like it. I just love one pot meals when you come home after a long day. :-)
This sounds heavenly after all the holiday cooking i’ve done, I’m so looking forward to one-pot recipes!
Glad you like it, Molly! :-)
This recipe sounds exactly what I need for my running training. Thanks for this so simple, yet so delicious IDEA!
Glad you like it, Cris! :-)
I love one-pot meals. It always tastes great and it feels like cheating!
It really does feel like cheating, Kathy! Especially the part about cleaning up less dirty dishes! :D
I love this idea. So quick, easy and healthy. And there’s the bonus of hardly any washing up!
Yes, that’s the part I like most, Mel! ;-)
I throw veggies in with my cooking pasta towards the end quite often, but I cook my pasta in a generous amount of water and drain. Does the pasta cook ok and not stick together with less liquid. I’ll have to give this way a go.
Hi Jacqueline, I was pretty skeptical about that too. They actually don’t stick together at all, but they take a bit longer than usual because they’re not totally covered in water right from the beginning. But I was really surprised how well it all turned out. :-)
Gah! I HAVE to make this! Only one problem though…I have to puree veggies in order for my hubs to eat it, therefore…still 2 pots for me :( BUT THIS LOOKS SO GOOD!!
Thanks, Michaell! Oh yeah, then it’s probably not the best recipe for you guys. ;-)
This looks so good Sina! I’ve never tried cooking pasta and veggies like this and it sounds awesome. Have to try it!
Thanks, Gin! :-) It was my first time too and I was so surprised it actually worked this well!
This is EXACTLY mi kind of recipe!! I tried a couple of one pot pastas, but wasn’t very happy with how they turned out. This one looks awesome!! Will try :-)
Thanks, Howie! :-) This was actually the first one pot pasta I’ve ever tried and I was pretty surprised that it actually worked out this well. I still wanna try one with tomatoes and spinach soon.
I love your pics and your posts! They’re always amazing, And this recipe is just for me…. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much! So glad you like it! :-)
Sounds like a great idea. Never done a one pot pasta. I definitely want to try this one, I’m just wondering how much broth you used?
Oh sorry i just realized i’ve missed it.
I’ve been dying to try a one pot pasta, but wasn’t sure how to make one. Can’t wait to try this!
Let me know how you liked it, Megan! It also took me forever to give it a try and I was so surprised how well it turned out! :-)
What setting on the stove and lid on or off? Thanks!
Hi Sara, Lid off and medium heat. Let me know how you liked it. :-)
I followed the amounts of pasta and broth but it burnt really bad on the bottom:(
I’ve never prepared eggplant before. Do I peel it? Are there seeds that need to be removed? I know, dumb questions!
Her photo showed it with the skin on, so that’s what I did. Delicious and easy.
I love one pot dishes. I try to do 1 a week, at least. We even made one in our instant pot. Well my fiance did, and he totally messed up the recipe, but it didn’t matter, it was still fantastic.
This looks delicious! Im making it right now, but wondered if it should be drained at the end?
Hi April, No, no need to drain it. It soaks up all the liquid. :-)
I tried this tonight and loved it! However, I used regular pasta (not whole wheat) and eliminated the broccoli. I had to use about 1/2 a cup more of the broth and cooked for about 20 minutes!
This is awesome, definitely going to try, look forward to seeing where all that broth goes! thanks!
It was very delicious.I was really sceptical at first but the vegetable broth turned into a creamy sauce in the last minutes. It was so easy and healthy. I‘ll definetly do it again :)
I made this last night and it was wonderful! Besides doubling the recipe, I used frozen kale and brocolli because it was easier for me. I also used the Barilla PRONTO pasta and used about 4 cups of broth total. Even the toddler ate it!
This is my new go to favorite dish. Great blend of vegetables producing wonderful flavors. Thanks
Thank you for this great recipe! I got my kids and hubby to eat a whole lot of veggies! Awesome :-)