Description
Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini is a delightful Italian dish that brings together hearty Italian sausage, ripe tomatoes, and fresh zucchini for a flavorful and nutritious pasta experience. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends. The rigatoni’s robust shape captures the rich sauce beautifully, ensuring every bite is full of flavor. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this dish balances comfort and health, making it a favorite for families and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 2 small zucchini (diced)
- 1 cup white wine or chicken broth
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot for the rigatoni.
- In a wide skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and crushed red pepper flakes until soft.
- Add Italian sausage and cook until browned. Stir in garlic and tomato paste.
- Add grape tomatoes and white wine; season with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes burst.
- Stir in diced zucchini and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Cook rigatoni until al dente; drain while reserving some cooking water.
- Combine the pasta with the sauce, adding reserved water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg