Penne ao Molho de Tomate

Penne ao Molho de Tomate is a delightful Vegan Brazilian pasta dish featuring perfectly cooked penne in a rich and aromatic tomato sauce. This dish is both comforting and satisfying, making it a perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Penne pasta - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the grated carrot and diced red bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste, mixing well. Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked penne to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
6. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• High in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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