Pasta de Chiles

Pasta de Chiles is a vibrant and flavorful vegan pasta dish that combines the richness of roasted peppers with garlic and fresh herbs, creating a delightful and satisfying meal. This dish brings a taste of Mexico to your table with its bold flavors and comforting texture.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 200 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, roasted and peeled
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, roasted and peeled
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - ¼ cup, chopped
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - ½ teaspoon
• Black pepper - ¼ teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - ¼ teaspoon (optional for heat)
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Place the red and green bell peppers on a baking tray and roast them for about 20 minutes, or until the skins are charred and blistered. Remove from the oven and let them cool before peeling off the skins.
2. While the peppers are roasting, cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of the pasta cooking water.
3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
4. Once the peppers have cooled, chop them and add them to the skillet with the sautéed garlic. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with nutritional yeast before serving. Enjoy your Pasta de Chiles warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 385
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 73 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 230 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from the bell peppers, promoting immune health.
• High in fiber from the pasta and vegetables, aiding digestion.

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