Red Penne with Garden Veggie Meatballs

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Red Penne with Garden Veggie Meatballs - Delicious Pasta Recipe for a Hearty Meal
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 small zucchini , grated
1/4 cup sweet corn
1 jar roasted red peppers , drained and diced fine , divided in half
1/2 large onion , diced fine
3 cloves garlic , minced
1 lb ground chicken ( or turkey )
1 egg , lightly beaten
breadcrumbs , enough to bind
salt and pepper
2 cans tomato sauce
1 can diced tomatoes
1/2 large onion , diced
2 cloves garlic , minced
1/2 green pepper , diced fine
1/2 cup button mushroom
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh basil , chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar ( to cut acidity )
1 lb penne
1/2 cup asiago cheese ( or parmesan if you would like )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
505
Sugar
6g
Fat
17g
Red Penne with Garden Veggie Meatballs is a twist on a classic pasta recipe that features a delicious combination of garden vegetables and juicy meatballs. Made with healthy ingredients like zucchini, onions, garlic, sweet corn, and ground chicken, this recipe is both a hearty and healthy meal option that is sure to please your family and friends. The red pepper flakes add a bit of heat, while the fresh basil adds a touch of sweetness. The penne is the perfect pasta for this recipe because it is hearty enough to stand up to the meatballs and sauce. The dish is topped with grated asiago cheese, which gives it a nutty flavor and creamy texture.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl combine grated zucchini, sweet corn, onion, garlic, ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
2.Form the mixture into small meatballs, roughly the size of a golf ball, preheat a skillet with olive oil and drop the meatballs into the pan once hot.
3.Cook meatballs until browned on all sides, remove them from the pan and set aside.
4.In the same pan, sauté onion, garlic, green pepper, and button mushrooms until softened, add the red pepper flakes, diced roasted red peppers and sugar.
5.Add the tomato sauce and diced tomatoes to the pan, stirring to combine, allow sauce to simmer for approximately 15 minutes.
6.While the sauce is simmering, bring a pot of salted water to boil for the penne, once the penne is cooked, drain and set aside. Serve meatballs on a bed of penne, topped with the sauce and grated cheese.

PROS

This delicious pasta recipe is a great way to get your daily serving of vegetables and protein.

The combination of the flavors creates a taste you won’t forget.

Easy to make and perfect for family dinners or dinner parties!

CONS

The meatballs can be a bit denser than your average meatball due to the ingredients, but rest assured they’re still tasty.

The sauce does contain sugar, but only a small amount to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein and fiber from the chicken and vegetables.
The tomatoes and red peppers in the sauce contain lycopenes, an antioxidant that has been shown to reduce the risk of various diseases.
Zucchini is low in calories but high in vitamin C, making it a great addition to any meal!

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