Experience the vibrant flavors of an Indian Spiced Pasta Salad. This vegetarian dish combines the richness of Indian spices with the comfort of pasta, making it an ideal cooked recipe for an efficient weeknight dinner.
Indian Spiced Pasta Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of an Indian Spiced Pasta Salad. This vegetarian dish combines the richness of Indian spices with the comfort of pasta, making it an ideal cooked recipe for an efficient weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup mixed vegetables peas, corn), carrots
- onion small, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger minced
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp red chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garam masala
- salt to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Mix well to coat the onions with the spices.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and sauté for a few minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in the cooked penne pasta and toss to combine with the vegetable-spice mixture.
- Season with salt to taste and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish the Indian Spiced Pasta Salad with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve warm as a flavorful and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 5gFiber: 5g
