Looking for a healthy, flavorful pasta recipe? Our Fusilli with Roasted Vegetables featuring Lesley Elizabeth Mediterranean Herb Oil is the perfect blend of savory roasted veggies, tender pasta, and bold herbaceous flavor. It’s a go-to vegetarian meal you’ll want on repeat!
Fusilli with Roasted Vegetables using Mediterranean Herb Oil
This Mediterranean-inspired pasta is loaded with roasted red peppers, green beans, carrots, Brussels sprouts, and onions. Tossed with our signature Mediterranean Herb Oil, this dish delivers fresh herb flavor and satisfying texture. Whether you’re meal-prepping or serving guests, this fusilli pasta dish is easy, colorful, and delicious!
Ingredients:
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ¼ pound green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 carrots, cut into ¼-inch diagonal slices
- 10 Brussels sprouts, quartered
- 1 onion, sliced into ¼-inch strips
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- ½ cup Lesley Elizabeth Mediterranean Herb Oil
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ pound fusilli pasta
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
1. Roast the Vegetables:
Preheat oven to 450°F. In a large bowl, toss the red pepper, green beans, carrots, Brussels sprouts, and onion with EVOO, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly browned.
2. Cook the Fusilli:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fusilli pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
3. Combine and Serve:
Drizzle cooked pasta with Mediterranean Herb Oil and add the grated Parmesan. Toss to coat. Top with roasted vegetables, toss again gently, and serve warm.
Why This Pasta Works:
- Mediterranean Herb Oil infuses every bite with bold, aromatic flavor.
- Roasting the vegetables adds a delicious caramelized texture.
- Perfect as a vegetarian main dish or Mediterranean-style side.
- Ready in under 30 minutes!
Tips & Variations:
- Swap fusilli with penne, rotini, or farfalle.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for protein.
- Finish with fresh herbs or lemon zest for brightness.
Whether you're prepping weekday lunches or serving a weekend dinner, this roasted vegetable pasta with Mediterranean Herb Oil is a wholesome and flavorful recipe that brings bold Lesley Elizabeth flavor to your table.