Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of 20-Min Roasted Red Pepper Pasta, a dish that brings both elegance and ease to your dining experience. In just 20 minutes, you can create a creamy, rich sauce made from roasted red peppers and garlic that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, casual gatherings, or even a romantic dinner for two. Its beautiful presentation and delightful taste will impress anyone at your table while catering to vegetarians and offering versatility with protein pairings. Elevate your meals effortlessly with this quick and satisfying pasta recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 roasted red peppers, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped roasted red peppers, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for about 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Toss the drained pasta with the blended sauce in the pan. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until well coated.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg