Bell Peppers And Pasta Recipe

This vibrant bell pepper and pasta salad is the perfect summer side dish! Inspired by a Light & Tasty Magazine recipe (2004), this refreshing salad is bursting with fresh flavors and is ready in under 20 minutes. Serve alongside grilled meats or enjoy it on its own for a light and satisfying meal. Perfect for using up those beautiful bell peppers from the farmer's market!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 335 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bell Peppers And Pasta

  • 1 pound Penne Pasta
  • 1/2 cup chopped Sweet Onion
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves minced Garlic
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper (1 cup chopped)
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper (1 cup chopped)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives (pitted and halved)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Feta Cheese
  • Fresh Oregano (for garnish, optional)

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How to Make Bell Peppers And Pasta

  1. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and sauté for 1 1/2 minutes.
  3. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
  4. Add 1 red bell pepper (1 cup chopped) and 1 green bell pepper (1 cup chopped).
  5. Cook and stir for 3 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  7. Add 1/4 cup water to the skillet.
  8. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in the cooked pasta.
  10. Add 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (or cheese of your choice).
  11. Serve immediately. Garnish with fresh oregano if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

18g

Carbs

18g