Name: Protein+® Rigatoni with Zucchini, Red Bell Pepper & Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 7
Ingredients: 1 Box Barilla® Protein+® Rigatoni pasta; 2 Medium size red bell peppers, cleaned, seeded and diced ½ inch; 1 Medium red onion, diced; 2 Small zucchini, diced; 4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided; 10 Leaves fresh mint; ½ Cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (optional); To taste Sea salt and black pepper

Protein+^® Rigatoni with Zucchini, Red Bell Pepper & Mint

30 minutes

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Incorporate a new summer pasta recipe into your weekly routine. This Protein+^® Rigatoni recipe combines fresh zucchini, vibrant red bell pepper, and aromatic mint for a satisfying meal. Try this easy-to-make recipe today and treat your taste buds to a burst of delicious flavors!

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Ingredients

7 servings

1Box Barilla^® Protein+^® Rigatoni pasta

2Medium size red bell peppers, cleaned, seeded and diced ½ inch

1Medium red onion, diced

2Small zucchini, diced

4Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided

10Leaves fresh mint

½Cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (optional)

To tasteSea salt and black pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

In a non-stick skillet, sauté zucchini with half the olive oil and season with a little salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, slightly brown onions in the remaining olive oil then add peppers. Sauté gently for a few minutes until thoroughly cooked. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.

Step 4

Mix pasta with mint leaves and sautéed red peppers. Add the sautéed zucchini, then sprinkle with cheese and serve.

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Protein+^® Rigatoni Pasta

The Pasta Taste You Love, With the Energy You Want Made with delicious golden wheat and protein from lentils, chickpeas, and peas, Barilla Protein+^® Rigatoni pasta provides a good source of protein for the whole family with 17g of protein per 3.5oz serving.

Shape

Rigatoni

Pack size

14.5oz

Range

Protein+^® Pasta

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