Olive Garden Linguine with Mixed Sweet Peppers

Bring the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table with this Olive Garden Linguine with Mixed Sweet Peppers recipe! A perfect blend of al dente linguine, sweet tri-colored bell peppers, and aromatic garlic, this dish is lightly sautéed in extra virgin olive oil for a fresh and flavorful base. Accented with a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, and finished with fragrant basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this easy 35-minute recipe strikes a beautiful balance between simplicity and elegance. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this pasta dish pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad or warm breadsticks. Bursting with color and wholesome ingredients, it’s a celebration of Italian-inspired cooking at its best!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Linguine pasta
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium Orange bell pepper
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp Fresh basil
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, rinse and slice the red, yellow, and orange bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh basil leaves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the peppers are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 5

Season the peppers with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to coat the peppers evenly.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium-low and add the cooked linguine to the skillet. Toss to combine with the peppers and garlic.

Step 7

If the mixture seems dry, gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped fresh basil and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss until well combined.

Step 9

Serve the linguine immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1746.8

Total Fat 67.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 227.7mg	0%
Sodium 4596.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 64.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 791.5mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 1594.4mg	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: 35.2%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 50.0%