Description
Beet Pasta is a stunning and nutritious twist on traditional noodles, combining the earthy sweetness of beets with whole wheat pasta. This vibrant dish bursts with flavor, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying on a cozy night in. The rich ruby hue and delightful taste will elevate your meal experience, ensuring you’ll never look at spaghetti the same way again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 3 medium fresh beets (about 12 oz)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in foil and roast for about 1 hour until tender. Add garlic cloves wrapped in foil during the last 20 minutes.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Once cooled, peel beets and blend with roasted garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drain pasta and return it to the pot over low heat. Mix in beet sauce and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg