Indulge in the vibrancy and flavors of penne pasta with multicolored peppers, a delectable dish that combines the wholesome goodness of whole wheat penne with the bold and colorful array of bell peppers. This delightful recipe takes you on a culinary journey through a symphony of textures and tastes, showcasing the perfect harmony between sweet, savory, and slightly smoky flavors. With its ease of preparation and customizable variations, this dish is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire, whether you are a seasoned chef or a novice cook looking for a tasty and nutritious meal.
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PASTA WITH PEPPERS
Scrumptious and full of flavor, this pasta with peppers makes a terrific vegetarian pasta dish. The slowly cooked peppers mingle with the sweet red onion, the garlic and the savory Kalamata olives. Finish with balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive and fresh basil. All BIG flavors!
Provided by Katia
Categories pasta
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan, then add the sliced peppers, season with fine salt and freshly ground pepper, cover with a lid and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes. Stir frequently.
- After 15 minutes stir in the the onion and cook for a further 10 minutes. Add a touch of water if needed.
- When the onion and the peppers are done, add the olives, the balsamic vinegar and the garlic, give a good stir and cook for about 3 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your likings, you might want to add an extra pinch of salt or more black pepper.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of salty water to the boil and cook your pasta until al dente, according to the package's directions. Keep in mind to reserve some of the starchy cooking water when you drain the pasta (about ½ cup should be fine).
- Add the pasta to the pan along with a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and some of the pasta cooking water (add it gradually until needed). Addd the basil leaves and toss well until the pasta looks well coated and moist.
- Divide the pasta with peppers into 4 bowls, garnish with a few extra basil leaves and serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese if you don't keep it vegan. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 843 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PENNE PASTA WITH MULTI-COLORED PEPPERS
Which in Canada is Salade de pates au poivron, or so they say. I haven't tried this yet because I'm posting it for the WT 06. In the original recipe by Debra Weber, she says you can use 20 small Nicoise or the Kalmata olives, but it would not let me post that so I'm putting it here. This really sounds good.
Provided by Nimz_
Categories Penne
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to the pasta directions.
- Drain and toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.
- Cool at room tenperature.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saute pan, add the pepper slices and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Drain them on paper towels and reserve.
- Put the basil and garlic in the bowl of a food processor.
- Add the rest of the olive oil, salt and pepper and puree.
- Pour the basil "sauce" over the pasta and toss.
- Add the reserved peppers and olives and toss together.
- To serve divide the penne/pepper salad among 4 plates and garnish each with reserved basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 937.4, Fat 69.7, SaturatedFat 9.6, Sodium 7.6, Carbohydrate 75.6, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 2, Protein 8.1
TRICOLORE PENNE PASTA WITH CHICKEN
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil over a medium heat in a large, heavy skillet. Add the garlic and tomatoes and cook until the garlic is soft but not browned, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken and cook, stirring a few times, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the arugula, radicchio, endive, broth, salt, and pepper, and cook until the greens are wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pasta water, as necessary, for a wetter sauce.
- Combine the pasta and vegetable mixture in the pasta pot and toss to combine. Add the basil just before serving. Garnish with shaved Parmesan and a sprinkling of basil.
- Excellent Source of: Calcium, Fiber, Folate, Iron, Manganese, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Protein
- Good Source of: Copper, Magnesium, Molybdenum, Riboflavin, Selenium, Thiamin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, Pantothenic Acid
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 3.5 grams, Cholesterol 35 milligrams, Sodium 600 milligrams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 28 grams
PENNE PASTA WITH PEPPERS
This excellent and easy recipe can be topped with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese to add some extra zest. Enjoy with some garlic bread for a light meal, if desired.
Provided by Donna Lasater
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Side Dishes
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, red bell peppers and yellow bell peppers and saute for 10 minutes or until tender. Pour this vegetable mixture over cooked pasta and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.9 calories, Carbohydrate 79.9 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 9.7 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
MINI PENNE WITH SWEET PEPPERS AND PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO
Your whole family will love this pasta recipe, perfect for warm summer nights!
Provided by Food Network
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Season water with salt to taste (optional).
- In a large skillet, gently saute chopped onions in olive oil for five minutes over medium heat.
- Meanwhile dice the peppers into 1/2 inch squares, add to the skillet and saute for three minutes over medium heat.
- Season with salt, pepper and add the broth. Keep cooking until sauce is reduced.
- Meanwhile cook pasta according to package directions, drain and toss with the sauce.
- Stir in chopped basil and cheese before serving.
- 2011 Barilla. All Rights reserved.
PASTA, ONIONS AND PEPPERS.
Quick, easy, tasty, perfect after a long day of work (whatever you do). Cooking pasta in this way is someone elses idea and I can't remember who's...Please tell me...someone! :( Test the pasta occasionally and drain it when it's at your preferd "hardness" or "softness", I refuse to eat anything that is not al-dente, but in spain they serve it all mushy (ick!).
Provided by Samuel Holden
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil water in a large pan, add pasta, return to boil and turn off the heat, leave for 15 minutes (it really does work!).
- While you are awaiting for the pasta heat a wok or a frying pan and add the oil and.
- Fry onions'till the're"limp", add the butter.
- Stir-fry until the onions have gone golden.
- Add green peppers and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Add red peppers and fry for another 2 minutes (I like crispy peppers, if you like yours limp the use more time and add the peppers earlier in the cooking).
- Add basil and pine nuts.
- Remove from heat.
- Test the pasta to see if its done, if its not then boil the water up again and it will be.
- Strain pasta and add to the vegetables, mix and serve.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Use parmesano Reggiano for top quality taste.
BELL PEPPERS AND PASTA
This meatless entree is always a hit. In fact, I double it whenever I know I'm going to feed some big eaters, and it still disappears. -Sharon Csuhta of Wadsworth, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 22m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil for 1-1/2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Add the sweet peppers; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the olives, oregano, salt and cayenne. Add water; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Drain pasta and stir into skillet. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese. Serve immediately.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS
Add something tangy to your family's Italian dinner! Serve sausage and pepper cooked in tomato over your pasta - a wonderful meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook penne in large saucepan to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; return to saucepan. Add basil; toss to coat. Cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add sausage links, bell peppers and onion; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until sausage links are browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add tomatoes and tomato sauce; mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 13 to 15 minutes or until sausage links are thoroughly cooked and sauce is of desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Serve sauce over penne. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1670 mg, Sugar 10 g
TRICOLOR PEPPER PASTA
I am a big fan of pasta, and this dish is one of my favorites. It's very colorful and flavorful.-Roxanne Lynnes, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the peppers, onion and mushrooms in oil until tender. Stir in the vinegar, sugar, salt, basil and pepper. Drain pasta; add to vegetables and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PEPPER PASTA QUICK COOK
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in shallot, and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add peppers, salt, pepper, and red-pepper flakes, and cook, stirring until soft, about 5 minutes more. Stir in half of the basil.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain, and add to the pan with peppers. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Transfer to serving platter. If desired, remove garlic, and discard. Garnish with remaining basil and Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose colorful bell peppers: Use a variety of bell peppers in different colors, such as red, orange, yellow, and green, to make your dish visually appealing.
- Cut the vegetables evenly: Cut the bell peppers, onion, and garlic into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
- Use a large skillet: A large skillet will allow the vegetables to cook evenly without overcrowding.
- Cook the vegetables over medium heat: Cooking the vegetables over medium heat will help them to soften without burning.
- Season the vegetables well: Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package directions: Add the penne pasta to the skillet with the vegetables and cook according to the package directions.
- Stir in the sauce: Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese and parsley: Garnish the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.
Conclusion:
This penne pasta with multi-colored peppers is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of colorful bell peppers, onion, garlic, and tomato sauce creates a flavorful and vibrant dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try!
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