Fideos con Verduras

Fideos con Verduras is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican pasta dish that combines tender fideos with a medley of colorful vegetables, creating a delightful meal that's both satisfying and healthy. This vegan recipe showcases the rich flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine while being simple to prepare.

Ingredients

• Fideos (thin pasta) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Red bell pepper (diced) - 1 medium
• Zucchini (sliced) - 1 medium
• Carrot (julienned) - 1 medium
• Frozen peas - 100 grams
• Tomato sauce - 200 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced red bell pepper, sliced zucchini, and julienned carrot to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Add the fideos to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
6. Pour in the tomato sauce and vegetable broth, then add the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Cover the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the fideos are al dente and have absorbed most of the liquid, stirring occasionally.
8. Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.
• Low in cholesterol, making it heart-healthy.

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