Easy Pasta with Bell Pepper and Tomatoes

Bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this Easy Pasta with Bell Pepper and Tomatoes is your go-to weeknight dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender pasta tossed with sautéed red and yellow bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant garlic, this dish is elevated with a sprinkle of dried oregano, basil, and optional red chili flakes for a hint of heat. A touch of reserved pasta water creates a light yet flavorful sauce that perfectly coats every bite. For the ultimate finish, top it off with freshly chopped parsley and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Simple, satisfying, and loaded with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy days and is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams pasta (penne or spaghetti)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 unit red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 unit yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender.

Step 5

Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices.

Step 6

Season the vegetables with dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with a splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the vegetable mixture.

Step 8

Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Add more pasta water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 9

Remove from heat and sprinkle the pasta with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese (if using).

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(843.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1000.2

Total Fat 45.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 3148.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 677.0mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1399.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 43.7%