Pasta & Vegetables with Cilantro Sauce

Cilantro, also known as coriander, is a versatile herb commonly used in various cuisines around the world. It adds a refreshing and unique flavor to dishes, making it a popular choice in many recipes.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Pasta & Vegetables with Cilantro Sauce

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: International, Italian Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Pasta Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounces Pasta
• 2 cups Vegetables (e.g. bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms)
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
4. In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to make the cilantro sauce.
5. Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the cilantro sauce over the pasta and vegetables, and toss to coat everything evenly.
6. Let the pasta rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.
7. Serve the pasta & vegetables with cilantro sauce hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 4g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.