Ingredients
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12 oz whole wheat pasta (fusilli or penne) whole wheat pasta12 oz whole wheat pasta (fusilli or penne)
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1 large red bell pepper red bell pepper1 large red bell pepper
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1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced kalamata olives1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
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1/4 cup capers, rinsed capers1/4 cup capers, rinsed
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1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil), chopped sun-dried tomatoes1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil), chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced garlic2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small lemon, juiced and zested lemon1 small lemon, juiced and zested
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1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped flat-leaf parsley1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
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1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced basil1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste black pepperSalt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
Roast the pepper, create a bold tapenade, and toss with fresh Mediterranean ingredients for a vibrant vegan pasta. Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free. For extra richness, add a drizzle of good olive oil before serving if desired.
Steps
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Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). |
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Cut the red bell pepper in half, remove seeds, and place skin-side up on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until charred and soft. |
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Meanwhile, cook the whole wheat pasta in salted water according to package instructions, until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain. |
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Once the pepper is roasted, transfer to a bowl and cover for 5 minutes to steam. Peel off the skin and chop the flesh. |
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In a food processor, combine chopped roasted pepper, capers, garlic, smoked paprika, lemon zest, and half the parsley. Pulse to form a chunky tapenade. |
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In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with the tapenade, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, lemon juice, remaining parsley, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Add reserved pasta water as needed for a silky sauce. |
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Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs and a sprinkle of black pepper. |
