Macaroni With Artichokes and Olives

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4

Macaroni With Artichokes and Olives is an easy, flavorful, and healthy pasta dish.

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 lb small elbow macaroni
	1/2 cup low sodium vegetable broth
	coarse salt , to taste
	fresh ground pepper , to taste
	1 jar marinated quartered artichoke hearts , drained and chopped with 1 T marinade reserved
	1/4 cup pitted kalamata olive , chopped
	2 tablespoons drained pimentos , diced
	1 tablespoon olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

345

Sugar

Fat

Macaroni With Artichokes and Olives is an easy and delicious pasta dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. The artichokes and olives provide a salty and tangy flavor, while the macaroni is comforting and filling. This dish can be made in just 30 minutes with simple ingredients that you may already have on hand. It is also vegetarian and can be easily made vegan with a few simple substitutions.

Instructions

1.	Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
2.	Meanwhile, in a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together vegetable broth, reserved artichoke marinade, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3.	In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add artichokes, olives, and pimentos to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through, stirring occasionally.
4.	Drain the macaroni and add it to the skillet with the artichoke mixture. Pour the vegetable broth mixture into the skillet and stir everything together well, making sure the pasta is completely coated and the sauce has thickened slightly.
5.	Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

PROS

Macaroni With Artichokes and Olives is a quick and easy pasta dish that is perfect for busy weeknights.

The artichokes and olives provide flavor and texture, while the macaroni is filling and comforting.

This dish is also vegetarian and can be easily made vegan by using a vegan pasta and omitting the cheese.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in sodium due to the use of vegetable broth and marinated artichokes and olives.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Macaroni With Artichokes and Olives is a healthy pasta dish that is low in saturated fat and high in fiber.
The artichokes and olives are both rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, while the macaroni provides complex carbohydrates for energy.
This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and iron.