Pasta de Cuitlacoche

Pasta de Cuitlacoche is a delightful vegan dish that highlights the unique flavor of corn truffles, combined with al dente pasta and a medley of fresh vegetables. This dish offers a rich, earthy taste that is both comforting and sophisticated.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti) - 200 grams
• Cuitlacoche (fresh or canned) - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Red bell pepper (diced) - 1 medium
• Zucchini (sliced) - 1 small
• Vegetable broth - 200 milliliters
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the sliced zucchini and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
5. Add the cuitlacoche to the skillet, followed by the vegetable broth. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Mix in the cooked pasta, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Toss everything together gently to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro and a sprinkle of nutritional yeast if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from cuitlacoche.

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