Penne Nicoise Recipe

Name: Penne Nicoise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb green beans, cut into 1 inch lengths (about 4 cups); 1 lb red potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces (about 3 cups); 1 lb penne pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb plum tomato, ripe, chopped (about 3 cups); 1 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; salt, to taste

Servings: persons

1 lb green beans, cut into 1 inch lengths (about 4 cups)
1 lb red potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces (about 3 cups)
1 lb penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb plum tomato, ripe, chopped (about 3 cups)
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
salt, to taste

1
Bring large pot of salted water to boil and add green beans and potatoes. Return to boil and add pasta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, about 11 minutes or according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, in small skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Remove from heat and stir in tomatoes and olives and set aside.
4
Drain the pasta, beans and potatoes, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Transfer to serving bowl. Add the tomato mixture, vinegar, pepper and salt and toss to mix.
5
If pasta seems too dry add reserved pasta water as needed, a little at a time.

714

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb green beans, cut into 1 inch lengths (about 4 cups), 1 lb red potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces (about 3 cups), 1 lb penne pasta, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Penne Nicoise 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.

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