Chickpea Pasta with Roasted Vegetables

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• 2 medium zucchini (diced) 
• 12 oz broccoli florets
• 2 tbsp olive oil 
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper 
• 8 oz box chickpea penne pasta 
• 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth 
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano (dried) 
• 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese (freshly grated) 

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 
2. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
3. Place the zucchini and broccoli in a bowl. 
4. Add the olive oil, salt (optional), and pepper; toss to coat and spread on the baking sheet. 
5. Bake for 20 minutes. 
6. Remove the vegetables from the oven.
7. While the vegetables are baking, cook the pasta according to the package directions. 
8. Note it says not to boil water for pasta, but rather to bring the water to near boiling and let the pasta sit in the water 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Drain the pasta after cooking. 
10. Add the chicken broth to the pot. 
11. Add the pasta, cooked vegetables, and oregano to the pot and mix well.
12. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately