Best 13 Sweet Peppers With Pasta Recipes

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Are you craving a sweet and savory dish that combines the vibrant flavors of sweet peppers with the versatility of pasta? If so, you're in for a treat! In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover some of the most mouthwatering sweet pepper and pasta recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. From classic Italian dishes to innovative fusion creations, we have handpicked a selection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Each recipe is carefully curated to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures, so get ready to elevate your pasta game and indulge in a symphony of sweet, savory, and herbaceous goodness. Let's dive in and discover the perfect recipe for your next culinary adventure!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA WITH PEPPERS



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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

1 ½ Tbsp Extra virgin olive oil, plus more to drizzle
3-4 medium-sized peppers, cut into slices
1 red onion, cut lenghtwise into wedges
2 garlic cloves, minced
¾ cup (80-90 grams) kalamata olives, pitted
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste
small handfull fresh basil leaves, shredded
parmesan cheese, to serve ((optional))
7 oz (200 grams) pasta (rigatoni, penne, fusilli, spaghetti...)

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

BELL PEPPERS AND PASTA



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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

2-1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

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

SWEET PEPPER PASTA



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A sweet pepper pasta dish that's ready in 20 minutes - an ideal veggie supper

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Pasta, Supper

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

350g trompetti or fusilli pasta
2 tsp olive oil
large onion , roughly chopped
2 plump garlic cloves , crushed
375g pickled cherry peppers or sliced peppers from a jar
85g packet rocket or watercress, roughly torn

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to pack instructions.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pan, then fry the onion over a medium-high heat for 5-6 mins, stirring occasionally, until golden and softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for a further 2-3 mins. Drain the peppers, reserving their juice, then stir into the onion. Cook for 2-3 mins to heat through. Blitz the mixture in a food processor, with 75ml/2½fl oz reserved juice from the peppers and 75ml/2½fl oz cooking liquid from the pasta, to make a chunky sauce.
  • Drain the pasta and return it to the pan. Add the pepper mixture, then season to taste. Toss with the rocket or watercress while still hot, so it just begins to wilt, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 42 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 77 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein

MINI PENNE WITH SWEET PEPPERS AND PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO



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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

1 box Piccolini Rich in Fiber - White Mini Penne
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 cup vegetarian broth
6 leaves fresh basil, chopped fine
1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
Salt and pepper to taste

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.
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SWEET PEPPERS WITH PASTA



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Categories     Garlic     Pasta     Vegetarian     Bell Pepper     White Wine     Fall     Vegan     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 large red and yellow bell peppers (3 pounds), cut into 2-inch-long julienne
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 pound penne

Steps:

  • Cook garlic in oil in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until golden. Add peppers, wine, and salt and pepper to taste, then cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • While peppers are cooking, cook pasta in a 6-qt. pot of boiling salted water until al dente and drain. Toss pasta with peppers and season with salt and pepper.

SPAGHETTI WITH SWEET RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Great alternative to traditional tomato-based sauces. Creamier than you'd think. From Joie Warner's Spaghetti cookbook.

Provided by Moody

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup chopped red onion
3 sweet red peppers, seeded,chopped
1 1/3 cups vegetable stock
salt
fresh ground pepper
3/4 lb spaghetti or 3/4 lb spaghettini
1/2 cup chpped fresh basil or 1/2 cup parsley, plus extra for garnish
1 large lemon, grated zest of
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add garlic, onion, and red peppers and cook for 5 minutes, or until tender.
  • Add stock, salt and pepper.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are very tender.
  • Puree in food processor (or use immersion blender), return to pan and simmer 8 minutes until sauce thickens.
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • Drain well and add to sauce in skillet.
  • Sprinkle with basil; toss for one minute to allow pasta to absorb flavours.
  • Transfer to large serving bowl and sprinkle with lemon zest.
  • Serve with cheese and pass the peppermill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.7, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 29.2, Carbohydrate 77.1, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 7, Protein 13

FETTUCCINE WITH SWEET PEPPER-CAYENNE SAUCE



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Very flavorful and spicy. You'll never know it's a healthy dish. You can also add some cut up grilled chicken - wonderful!

Provided by julieliz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
2 red bell peppers, julienned
3 cloves garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup reduced fat sour cream
¾ cup chicken broth
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

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.
  • Meanwhile, spray cooking oil in a large skillet and saute red bell peppers, garlic and cayenne pepper over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in sour cream and broth; simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
  • Toss hot pasta with sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Carbohydrate 69.3 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 403.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

PASTA AND PEPPERS



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This colorful pasta toss is sure to brighten your dinner table. Garlic, basil and a splash of white wine accent the sweet peppers and spiral pasta. For a fun and different look, you can substitute bow tie or medium shell pasta instead.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium sweet yellow peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons white wine or additional vegetable broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute peppers in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Combine cornstarch, broth and wine or additional broth until smooth; stir into pepper mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Remove from the heat; stir in the basil, salt and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with pepper mixture. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 665mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND SWEET PEPPERS



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Make and share this Pasta With Sausage and Sweet Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Spicy

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces large bow tie pasta or 8 ounces jumbo pasta shells
1 lb hot Italian sausage link
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
1/2 cup vegetable broth or 1/2 cup beef broth
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 cup snipped parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain well and return to pan.
  • While pasta is cooking, cut the sausage into 1 inch pieces.
  • Cook sausage and peppers over med heat until sausage is brown and peppers are mostly tender.
  • Drain any fat from pan of sausage.
  • Stir broth and ground pepper into the the sausage and sweet peppers.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 5 minutes.
  • Pour over pasta.
  • Add parsley and toss to coat.

ONE-POT SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Sausage And Peppers Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: farfalle pasta, olive oil, hot italian sausages, sweet italian sausages, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, white onion, garlic, diced tomato, oregano, salt, black ground pepper

Provided by Andrew Ilnyckyj

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb farfalle pasta, or any short pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 hot italian sausages
3 sweet italian sausages
1 red bell pepper, large, diced
1 green bell pepper, large, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, large, diced
½ white onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, sliced
28 oz diced tomato
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add a generous amount of salt, and cook pasta 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
  • Strain pasta and set aside. Toss with a small amount of oil to prevent sticking
  • In the same pot, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil and fry sausages, working in batches as needed, until deeply browned on all sides.
  • Remove sausages, slice in ¾-inch (2 cm) rings, and set aside.
  • Sauté all of the bell peppers, onion, and garlic for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the canned tomatoes, all of the spices, and the sausage slices to the pot.
  • Simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Add the pasta back to the pot and stir gently until all the ingredients are coated in the sauce. Continue simmering until pasta is al dente.
  • Serve with grated parmesan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 901 calories, Carbohydrate 110 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 17 grams

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH PEPPERS AND TOMATOES



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This simple pasta celebrates the end-of-summer harvest and is perfect for a light lunch or supper, or as part of a buffet. Bell peppers and other sweet peppers - like Corno di Toro and many other varieties of peppers of every hue - ripen in late summer, the same time as long-awaited flavorful (and multicolored) tomatoes, making their pairing seem almost preordained.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 garlic cloves, smashed to a paste
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, or a bit less, to taste
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for bread crumbs, if using
Salt and pepper
Red-pepper flakes, to taste
1 cup finely diced sweet peppers (a mix of colors, if possible)
3 to 4 cups halved cherry tomatoes, or larger tomatoes cut into 1-inch chunks
1 pound angel hair pasta, capellini or spaghettini
2 ounces ricotta salata or mild feta cheese, roughly crumbled (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup coarse toasted bread crumbs, for garnish (optional)
1 small bunch basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put a large pot of water over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • In a low, wide salad bowl or pasta-serving bowl, combine garlic, red-wine vinegar and 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add a good pinch of salt, black pepper and red-pepper flakes.
  • Add sweet peppers and cherry tomatoes, season well with salt and toss to coat with dressing. (You may do this up to an hour before cooking the pasta.)
  • Salt the pasta water and cook the angel hair pasta until al dente, usually 4 to 5 minutes. Drain pasta in a colander.
  • Add cooked pasta to the bowl and toss well to coat, spooning over juices from bottom of bowl and bringing plenty of tomatoes and peppers to the surface.
  • Sprinkle with ricotta salata. If using bread crumbs, season with 1 teaspoon olive oil and a little salt, then sprinkle crumbs over surface.
  • Garnish with whole or torn basil leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SWEET PEPPER PASTA TOSS WITH KALE



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This recipe was inspired by a similar recipe I received in my produce box from Full Circle Farm in Carnation, WA.

Provided by MOTTSBELA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup roughly chopped kale
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pinch dried basil
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

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.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in red pepper, yellow pepper, kale and garlic. Season with basil, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  • In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with skillet mixture. Sprinkle with feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 50.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 643.9 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

ROASTED PEPPER SAUCE FOR PASTA OR CHICKEN



Roasted pepper sauce for pasta or chicken image

A superhealthy roasted pepper pasta sauce recipe that's versatile and tasty

Provided by Jane Hornby

Categories     Condiment, Dinner, Lunch, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 red peppers
2 peeled red onions
1 tbsp oil
½ tsp dried thyme
500g passata

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Cut the peppers and the onions into chunks. Toss in the oil and dried thyme, then roast for 30 mins until soft and slightly blackened.
  • Cool, then blend or process until just chunky. Stir through the passata, season and warm through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.65 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: Bell peppers are the most common type of pepper used in this dish, but you can also use other types of peppers, such as poblano peppers or Anaheim peppers. If you want a milder dish, use green peppers. For a more flavorful dish, use red or yellow peppers.
  • Cut the peppers into even-sized pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the peppers will steam instead of sautéing.
  • Cook the peppers over medium-high heat: This will help them get a nice sear.
  • Season the peppers with salt and pepper: This will help bring out their flavor.
  • Add the pasta to the peppers: You can use any type of pasta you like, but a short pasta, such as penne or rotini, works well.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions: This will ensure that it is cooked properly.
  • Add the sauce to the pasta and peppers: You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own. If you are making your own sauce, be sure to use fresh ingredients.
  • Stir everything together: This will help combine the flavors.
  • Serve the dish immediately: This dish is best served hot.

Conclusion:

Sweet peppers with pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover peppers and pasta. This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your family.

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