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Mini Sweet Pepper Pasta

Mini Sweet Pepper Pasta: Quick, Colorful, and Deliciously Wholesome

A vibrant Mini Sweet Pepper Pasta that brings color and flavor to your dinner table, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Short Pasta Any type, preferably al dente.
For the Sweet Peppers
  • 1 cup Mini Sweet Peppers Sliced.
For the Creamy Element
  • 1 cup Cheese Your choice; dairy-free option for vegan.
For the Flavors
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Or reserve pasta water for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of well-salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente (8–10 minutes). Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté sliced mini sweet peppers for 5–7 minutes until tender.
  3. Combine cooked pasta with sautéed peppers in the skillet and toss gently for 2 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle cheese and red pepper flakes, then add vegetable broth or pasta water. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
  5. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional cheese or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cook pasta al dente to avoid mushiness. Prep ingredients ahead for quicker assembly. Store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 1 month.

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