Roasted Red Pepper and Chilli Pasta

by hbhs07, posted in Healthy Recipes

When it comes to lazy weeknight meals, one of the easiest ways to prepare dinner is to cook pasta. Adding vegetables to this dish makes it a healthy and attractive choice. So, if you are a pasta lover and this resonates with you, read on for a delicious recipe for Roasted Red Pepper and Chilli Pasta to try.

Roasted Red Pepper and Chilli Pasta

Serves: 4

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 500 g pasta
  • 3 large bell peppers, roasted, peeled, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 celery stick, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup walnuts, toasted
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, ground
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tsp homemade dry seasoning
  • 1 tsp Himalayan salt

Directions:

Step 1

Soak the vegetables in a baking soda solution for 15 minutes, then rinse and dry.

Step 2

Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to packet directions or until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of cooking liquid, and set aside.

Roasted Red Pepper and Chilli Penne

Step 3

Place the roasted pepper, celery, walnuts, onion, and garlic in a food processor and blend for 1 minute.

Roasted Red Pepper and Chilli Penne

Step 4

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium-sized frying pan over medium heat. Add the pepper mixture and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the spices and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add pasta to the mixture and mix well to combine. If necessary, add a little of the preserved cooking liquid. Add spices and tomatoes, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir until the pasta is coated with the sauce. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with chilli, parsley, and parmesan to serve.

Roasted Red Pepper and Chilli Penne

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve with seasonal salad
  • Top with stuffed green olives to improve the taste
  • Serve with grilled halloumi slices

Tips:

  • Use the pasta of your choice
  • Keep leftover pasta in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours
  • Store leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

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