Southwestern Cavatappi

Cavatappi pasta is also known as ‘corkscrew’ pasta due to its spiral shape, which helps to hold sauces and ingredients well.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Southwestern Cavatappi

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: Italian, Southwestern Courses: Dinner, Main Course, Pasta Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Cavatappi pasta
• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 piece Red bell pepper
• 1 piece Jalapeno pepper
• 1 piece Red onion
• 2 piece Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 4 tablespoon Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Cook the cavatappi pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped red onion, minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and sliced jalapeno pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add black beans, corn kernels, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
5. Pour in the tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
6. In a baking dish, combine the cooked cavatappi pasta and the vegetable mixture. Mix well.
7. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
9. Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 48g16%

Sugars 5g

Protein 18g36%

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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.