Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Gluten-Free Penne Pasta with Fresh Vegetables

serves 2-3

Ingredients:
1/2 yellow onion, diced
1 small carrot, diced
1 yellow squash, sliced
1 zucchini squash, sliced
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried basil
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
salt and pepper
olive oil
1 package The Gluten Free Bistro Penne Pasta (available at select Whole Foods) www.theglutenfreebistro.com
fresh mozzarella cheese

Directions:
Cook GF penne pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and return to pot. Drizzle with olive oil, toss gently and set aside.

Meanwhile, over medium heat, add 2Tbs olive oil to skillet. Add onion and carrot and saute for about 5 minutes, or until softened. Add oregano, basil and a dash of red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute more. Add sliced squash and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes more. Remove from heat and add tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.

To serve, divide pasta between bowls, top with vegetable mixture and gently toss. Add fresh mozzarella and season with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Enjoy!

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