Italian Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Fresh Vegetables and Pesto

Ingredients

• 200 gr whole wheat spaghetti
• 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
• 2 red bell peppers, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 50 gr fresh basil
• 30 gr pine nuts
• 50 gr Parmesan cheese, grated
•  Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1 Cook the spaghetti according to the instructions on the package.
2. 2 Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet. Add the onion, garlic, zucchini, and bell peppers and cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender.
3. 3 Make the pesto by pureeing the basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
4. 4 Drain the spaghetti and mix with the vegetables and pesto. Serve immediately. Buon appetito!