Fettuccine with Veggies

Fettuccine with Veggies is a filling and healthy choice if your kids are tired of the usual Indian fare. Vegetables such as broccoli and lettuce add a lot of nutritional value to this dish as they’re rich in antioxidants. The tomato sauce and red bell pepper add vitamin A, and the cheese, a lot of calcium. This also makes a wonderful comfort food for adults.

Servings: 1
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Ingredients

• Fettuccine pasta for 1 (follow package instructions for serving size)
• 1 8oz can of tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil (or any vegetable oil)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano+thyme+basil)
• 1/2-1 tsp black pepper powder or crushed pepper
• 1/4 cup onions, thinly sliced (julienned)
• 1 celery stem, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1/2-1 cup broccoli florets
• 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste

Preparation

1. For the fettucine pasta, boil enough water in a large pan with a little salt. Let the water come to a boil and add the fettuccine. Cook the pasta for about 12 minutes or until just about tender but chewy (al dente) or follow the package instructions.
2. Drain the pasta.
3. Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle some salt and toss. Sprinkle some water, cover and cook in the microwave for 2 minutes and remove.
4. Heat oil in a large skillet. Add the onions, celery, and bell-pepper and saute on medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned.
5. Add the tomato sauce and Italian herbs and cook for 1 minute on low heat.
6. Add the broccoli and black pepper powder as needed.
7. Add the fettuccine pasta and stir well to coat the pasta. Add the cheese and stir the fettuccine with veggies well for 1-2 minutes until the cheese has melted.
8. Garnish with more cheese and serve the fettuccine with veggies hot.

Category: Fusion Cooking - Members, Vegan Fusion Cooking - Members