Description
Grilled Vegetable & Prosciutto Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together al dente pasta, smoky grilled vegetables, and crispy prosciutto. Drizzled with olive oil and topped with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With customizable ingredients, it’s a dish that guarantees satisfaction and leaves everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 4 oz prosciutto (thinly sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables: Wash and slice bell peppers and zucchini; halve cherry tomatoes.
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain.
- Grill the veggies: Preheat grill to medium-high. Toss vegetables in olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Crisp the prosciutto: Cook prosciutto in a pan over medium heat until crispy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix drained pasta, grilled veggies, crispy prosciutto, chopped basil, and another drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve: Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg