Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini
Indulge in a hearty bowl of Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini, a vibrant Italian dish that brings comfort to the dinner table. This one-pot meal features spicy or mild Italian sausage sautéed with fresh zucchini and juicy tomatoes, all tossed with al dente rigatoni pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is both quick to prepare and packed with flavor. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and aromatic basil, it’s a meal that will surely impress your family and friends. Enjoy this delightful fusion of textures and tastes that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes (packed in juice)
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and crumble in the sausage. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and diced zucchini; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until zucchini is slightly softened.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes with their juices and let simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Toss in the cooked rigatoni and chopped basil; mix gently until well combined.
- Serve hot, topped generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 375g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg