Pasta de Calabacita

Pasta de Calabacita is a delightful Mexican-inspired dish that combines tender zucchini and high-protein pasta in a savory sauce. It's a perfect balance of flavors and nutrients, making it both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pasta - 200 grams
• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 300 grams), diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Diced tomatoes - 200 grams (canned or fresh)
• Black beans - 100 grams, drained and rinsed
• Corn - 100 grams (frozen or fresh)
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well to combine all the ingredients.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.
7. Serve warm, topped with crumbled feta cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein to support muscle repair and growth.

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