Pâtes aux Poivrons Grillés

Pâtes aux Poivrons Grillés is a delightful and healthy French pasta dish featuring charred bell peppers that infuse the pasta with a smoky flavor. This vibrant meal is not only colorful but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a light yet satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• Pasta (whole wheat or gluten-free) - 160g
• Red bell pepper - 1 large
• Yellow bell pepper - 1 large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh basil - 10g, chopped
• Parmesan cheese - 30g, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Slice the red and yellow bell peppers in half, remove the seeds, and brush them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
3. Place the bell peppers skin-side down on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes until charred and tender.
4. While the peppers are grilling, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
5. In a large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Once the peppers are done, remove them from the grill, let them cool slightly, and then chop them into strips.
7. Add the cooked pasta and chopped peppers to the skillet with the garlic. Toss everything together over low heat.
8. Stir in the fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Serve warm, garnished with extra basil and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 67 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from whole wheat pasta and bell peppers, aiding digestion.
• Rich in vitamins A and C, promoting a healthy immune system and skin.

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