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Pasta- With a Twist

Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins
Servings 1
Calories 400
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

Description: 

A vibrant and creamy pesto veggie pasta made with al dente pasta, colourful sautéed vegetables, and a rich sauce of pesto, cottage cheese, and sun-dried tomato oil. This dish delivers a delicious balance of herby flavours, satisfying creaminess, and nutrient-packed veggies — perfect for a quick, wholesome, antioxidant-rich meal.

Benefits: 

  • Pasta: Provides steady-release complex carbohydrates for energy and supports gut health when paired with fibre-rich veggies.

  • Mixed Vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, zucchini, cherry tomatoes): Loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C, and polyphenols that support immunity, reduce inflammation, and boost gut diversity.

  • Pesto Sauce: Rich in basil-based antioxidants and heart-healthy fats from olive oil that support brain, skin, and cardiovascular health.

  • Cottage Cheese: A great source of high-quality casein protein and calcium, helping with satiety, muscle repair, and bone strength.

  • Sun-Dried Tomato Oil: Adds lycopene and other antioxidants that support heart health and reduce oxidative stress.

  • Mixed Herbs (oregano + basil): Naturally anti-inflammatory, rich in essential oils and polyphenols that support digestion and overall immunity.

  • Salt & Pepper: Pepper improves nutrient absorption and adds mild antioxidant properties.

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup pasta (boiled)
  • 1.5 cups mixed veggies (bell peppers, broccoli, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes)
    • Pasta Sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp pesto
  • 2 tbsp cottage cheese
  • 2 tsp sun-dried tomato oil
  • mixed herbs and salt to taste
Method:
  1. Boil or saute the veggies:
    • Either boil the veggies for a softer texture or sauté them lightly in olive oil for a mild crunch.
  2. Prepare the sauce:
    • In a bowl, mix pesto sauce, cottage cheese, sun-dried tomato oil, herbs, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  3. Combine everything:
    • In a pan, toss together the pasta, veggies, and sauce. Heat for 1–2 minutes until the pasta is evenly coated and creamy.
  4. Serve:
    • Garnish with extra herbs or a drizzle of sun-dried tomato oil. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 400kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Protein 14g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Heart and Diabetic friendly, High protein, PCOS friendly
Read it online: https://dietyumm.com/recipe/pasta-with-a-twist/