Sicilian Pasta

Sicilian Pasta is a vibrant, dairy-free dish that combines the bold flavors of roasted red peppers, olives, and capers with perfectly cooked pasta. This easy-to-make recipe brings a taste of Sicily to your table, delighting your senses with every bite.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, roasted and sliced
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Capers - 2 tablespoons, rinsed
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Fresh basil - 10 leaves, torn
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the roasted red pepper, black olives, capers, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened.
4. Stir in the cooked pasta, along with a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well combined.
5. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and red peppers.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and olives.

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