published 7/20/2020
With only 5 ingredients this Perfectly Imperfect recipe is a light and nutritious dinner that is an ideal choice for these hot summer days. I prepared this as a side dish to serve with a grilled Leg of Lamb and there wasn’t a bite left of either! To serve this as a main dish, I recommend adding proteins such as Grilled Chicken, Shrimp, Sausage (Plant-based or regular,) or Salmon. Since this recipe takes 15 minutes from start to finish there is no reason not to have a delicious homemade meal tonight!!
PREP TIME: < 5 minutes
COOK TIME: 10 minutes
SERVINGS: 4-6 (without/with Protein)
ingredients
- 1 lb Pasta (your choice)*
- 2 TBSP Avocado Oil (or high heat equivalent Oil)
- 12 oz – 1 lb Shishito Peppers (stems removed)**
- 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes
- 1-2 TBSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 oz (1/2 log) Goat Cheese
- Salt and Pepper to taste
*I used Red Lentil Rotini, but you can use any Rotini of your choice. Penne, Campenelle, Cavatappi, etc are also great substitutes.
**I love Shishito Peppers because they are mild, yet are incredibly flavorful – especially when charred with Oil, Salt and Pepper. Any mild Chili, Poblano, or Bell Pepper can be used if you can’t find Shishitos. NOTE: Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods usually have them all year.
instructions
- Bring a pot of water to boil. Cook Pasta according to the instructions. Drain
- Heat Oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add Peppers, season with Salt and Pepper, and saute about 4 minutes.
- Add Tomatoes and cook until they begin to blister (about 3 minutes.)
- Remove the Peppers to a cutting board and roughly chop.
- Add Peppers, Tomatoes, and Pasta to a serving bowl. Drizzle with Oil, Salt and Pepper. Toss to Combine.
- Top with Goat Cheese. ENJOY!!
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