Description
This One-Pot Mediterranean Pasta is a flavorful and easy dish that combines the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean region in a simple, one-pot meal. Loaded with wholesome ingredients like tomatoes, olives, capers, chickpeas, and fresh mozzarella, this pasta is a satisfying and delicious dinner option for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 3 Tbsp avocado oil or other vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 10 ounces grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 tbsp capers, from a jar with brine
- 3 cups brown rice pasta (10 ounces)
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock if not vegetarian)
- 12 ounce jar of roasted red peppers, sliced
- 2 handfuls fresh spinach
- 8 ounces pearled fresh mozzarella
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large non-stick pot over medium-high heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add onions, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt. Sauté until onions are soft.
- Add Tomatoes and Olives: Stir in grape tomatoes, olives, and capers. Cook until tomatoes soften.
- Add Pasta and Stock: Add brown rice pasta, chickpeas, and stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer until pasta is cooked.
- Finish Dish: Stir in red peppers, spinach, and mozzarella. Serve warm.
Notes
- Cheese: Cheese can be omitted or substituted with feta cheese. Use any fresh mozzarella if pearled is unavailable.
- Pasta: Recipe used Tinkyada brown rice pasta; adjust for other gluten-free pasta brands.
- Stock: Substitute vegetable stock with chicken stock or water, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Pot Recommendation: A large non-stick skillet or stockpot is recommended for this recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 503 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 2908mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg