COLORFUL VEGETARIAN LINGUINE

Colorful Vegetarian Linguine image

Looking for a tasty alternative to meat and potatoes meals? Try some vegetarian recipes, starting with this colorful pasta dish. It's a hearty supper that takes advantage of fresh mushrooms, zucchini and other vegetables.-Jane Bone, Cape Coral, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 ounces uncooked linguine
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 green onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large tomato, chopped
2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces reduced-fat provolone cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the zucchini, mushrooms, onions and garlic in butter and oil for 3-5 minutes. Add the tomato, basil, salt and pepper; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. , Drain linguine; add to vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with cheeses and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges