Spaghetti night doesn’t have to be boring or expensive. This Spaghetti with Veggie Tomato Sauce is proof that simple pantry ingredients can still deliver comfort and nutrition without blowing your weekly budget.
Pasta is one of the most affordable staples you can buy, and when paired with a homemade veggie-packed sauce, it becomes a complete family meal. This recipe skips costly jarred sauces and uses canned tomatoes, onions, garlic, and whatever vegetables you have on hand.
It’s a fantastic way to sneak more vegetables into dinner, especially for picky eaters. Everything simmers together into a smooth, flavorful sauce that feels familiar and comforting. Serve with bread or a side salad if you want to stretch it even further.
This is Savvy Bite cooking at its most practical: inexpensive, customizable, and perfect for leftovers.
Spaghetti with Veggie Tomato Sauce
6
servings10
minutes25
minutes35
minutesClassic spaghetti tossed in a simple homemade tomato sauce loaded with budget-friendly vegetables.
Ingredients
1 pound spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 cup chopped vegetables (zucchini, carrots, or spinach)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook until soft.
- Stir in tomatoes and vegetables.
- Simmer 15 minutes and season to taste.
- Serve sauce over spaghetti.
Optional Tips/Variations
- Add red pepper flakes for heat.
Use whole wheat pasta.
Top with grated cheese.
Storage & Reheating
- Store up to 4 days.
- Reheat sauce separately for best results.
