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Bell Pepper Pasta

Bright and with mild pepper flavor, this creamy pasta comes together quickly and is a delicious alternative to the usual tomato based sauce.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Keyword bell pepper, dairy-free, easy, egg-free, fast, hearts of palm, italian, nut-free, pasta, pepper, side
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 182kcal
Author Jenny Ross

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter or avocado oil for dairy-free
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces roasted red bell peppers drained, 1/2 of a 16 ounce jar
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan or 1/4 cup nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 28 ounces hearts of palm pasta 2 cans drained, about 16 ounces dry weight
  • Fresh parsley or basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat a medium pot over medium-high heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally, about 5-10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, one minute more. Add Italian seasoning and drained bell peppers. Cook another 5 minutes.
  • Transfer cooked mixture to a blender and add the cream. Blend until completely smooth and then return to the pot. Add the noddles and heat until the entire dish is steaming but does not boil. Stir in parmesan and season to taste with salt and pepper then garnish with additional parmesan and herbs, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 678mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 752IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 143mg | Iron: 1mg