How To Make Mediterranean Pasta

Step 1: Fry the onions and peppers

Step 2: Fry the courgettes

Add some more oil to the frying pan and cook the courgettes for a further 4 minutes. Transfer the courgettes to the large bowl with the onions and the peppers.

Step 3: Fry the aubergines

Add a little more oil to the frying pan and cook the aubergines for 4 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the other vegetables and turn off the heat.

Step 4: Boil the water

Half fill the large pot with water, add a sprinkling of salt and a drop of oil and place on a high heat. Cover and wait for the water to boil.

Step 5: Simmer the vegetables

While you wait for the water to boil, return the frying pan to a low heat and add all of the fried vegetables from the bowl. Additionally, put in the tomatoes and the herb de provence. Simmer for approximately 20 minutes.

Step 6: Cook the pasta

Once the water in the pot is boiling, remove the lid and add the pasta. Allow to cook for approximately 11 minutes.

Step 7: Drain the pasta

Using the colander, drain the pasta.

Step 8: Add the pasta to the vegetables

Mix the pasta into the vegetables. Season with salt and pepper and stir thoroughly. Allow to warm through for a minute before serving.

Step 9: Serve and enjoy

Heap the pasta into a serving bowl and drizzle over a little olive oil. A dish packed full of nutritious vegetables - no wonder those in the Mediterranean live longer! Serve with garlic bread and a fresh green salad.