Pasta with Chermoula

Pasta with Chermoula is a vibrant and aromatic dish that combines the rich flavors of Moroccan spices with al dente pasta, creating a delightful vegan meal. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients and bold flavors that will transport your taste buds to North Africa.

Pasta with Chermoula
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Moroccan
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 200 grams
  • Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
  • Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
  • Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
  • Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted

Steps

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the chermoula sauce.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chermoula sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the cherry tomatoes and olives to the skillet, stirring gently to combine with the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the chermoula sauce. If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with toasted pine nuts, and serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 65 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from fresh herbs and tomatoes.
  • High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

Tags

MoroccanVeganPasta Dish