Pasta de Chipotle

Pasta de Chipotle is a smoky and spicy vegan Mexican BBQ dish that brings together the bold flavors of chipotle peppers and hearty pasta. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this dish is both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 200 grams
• Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Corn kernels - 100 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Black beans - 1 can (400 grams), drained and rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the 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 diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the chipotle peppers and adobo sauce, mixing well to coat the vegetables.
5. Add the corn kernels and black beans to the skillet, followed by the vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
7. Finish with lime juice, chopped cilantro, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve warm and enjoy your Pasta de Chipotle!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.
• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables and chipotle, supporting overall health.

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