Roasted Eggplant and Zucchini Sauce for Pasta

Name: Roasted Eggplant and Zucchini Sauce for Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 eggplant, cut into 2-inch pieces; 3 small zucchini, cut into 2-inch pieces; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 large sweet onion, cut into 2-inch chunks; 4 medium tomatoes, cored and left whole; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Fresh or dried pasta, such as fettuccine, or small pasta, such as ziti or penne; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Servings: persons

1
Position the oven racks so that they are evenly spaced.
2
Preheat the oven to convection roast at 450F.
3
Cover a large, rimmed pan with foil and coat with nonstick spray.
4
In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, zucchini, garlic, onion, and tomatoes and drizzle with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5
Spread the vegetables on the prepared pan and roast in the center or top of the oven until the vegetables are soft, about 15 minutes.
6
With tongs, lift the skins off the tomatoes.
7
Return the tomatoes to the pan with the vegetables and roast for 5 more minutes.
8
Scoop the hot vegetables into a food processor or blender fitted with the steel blade.
9
Process just until the vegetables are coarsely chopped and pour them into a serving bowl.
10
You may need to do this in batches.
11
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions.
12
Put the pasta into a serving bowl and top it with the vegetable sauce.
13
Serve with the Parmesan.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 eggplant, cut into 2-inch pieces, 3 small zucchini, cut into 2-inch pieces, 3 large garlic cloves, minced, 1 large sweet onion, cut into 2-inch chunks, and more.

Yes, Roasted Eggplant and Zucchini Sauce for Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!