Angel Hair Pasta with Chard and Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Angel Hair Pasta with Chard and Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat angel hair pasta; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 large cloves garlic, minced; 1 yellow or orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces; 4 ounces stemmed chard, finely chopped; 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup pasta water; 2 tablespoons fresh basil chiffonade; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; Optional garnish: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Servings: persons

8 ounces whole wheat angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow or orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 ounces stemmed chard, finely chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup pasta water
2 tablespoons fresh basil chiffonade
2 teaspoons lemon zest
Optional garnish: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

1
Add the pasta to a large pot of boiling salted water.
2
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cook until tender, 6 to 7 minutes.
3
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
4
Set aside.
5
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds or until golden.
7
Add the bell pepper and saute for 2 minutes or until it becomes slightly tender.
8
Add the chard and saute for 2 minutes, or until the chard is tender but retains its bright color.
9
Add the tomatoes and heat through.
10
Add the nutritional yeast and the reserved pasta water.
11
Stir and heat the sauce until it comes together.
12
Check for seasoning and add salt and pepper to taste.
13
Stir in the reserved pasta, basil, and lemon zest.
14
Serve immediately garnished with pine nuts, if using.

450

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces whole wheat angel hair pasta, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 large cloves garlic, minced, 1 yellow or orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Angel Hair Pasta with Chard and Bell Peppers falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Angel Hair Pasta with Chard and Bell Peppers

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