Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Roasted Red Pepper Pasta coats every bite in a smooth, savory sauce with just the right amount of richness. It's an easy dinner that feels comforting without being heavy and pairs well with grilled chicken, shrimp, or your favorite vegetables.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 red bell peppers
- 1/4 cup olive oil + 1 tbsp
- 1 lb whole wheat bow tie pasta
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees
- Prepare your peppers: Cut each pepper in half or thirds, strip membrane, de-seed, and brush the tops with olive oil.
- Place on a baking sheet and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the peppers are nice and soft and are slightly charred.
- While peppers are roasting, prepare your pasta according to package directions.
- Cool bell peppers and place them into a blender with remaining olive oil, vinegar, and garlic. Pulse until smooth.
- Serve immediately with pasta and garnish with parmesan cheese (optional)