Rigatoni With Grilled Peppers and Onions
Serves 4|
Hands-On Time:
25m
|
Total Time:
25m
Ingredients
- 12 ounces (4 to 5 cups) rigatoni
- 2 medium red onions, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rings
- 2 large red bell peppers, cut into quarters
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1 bunch spinach, stems trimmed, or one 5-ounce package
- 1 cup (about 3 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan
- 3/4 cup basil leaves, thinly sliced
Directions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water; drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
- Meanwhile, heat grill or grill pan to medium-high. In a large bowl, toss the onions, bell peppers, oil, and ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper.
- Grill the vegetables, turning occasionally, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into bite-size pieces.
- Add the grilled vegetables, spinach, reserved pasta water, and ¾ cup of the Parmesan to the pasta and toss to combine.
- Top with the basil and the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan before serving.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 514Calories From Fat 23%
- Protein 26g
- Carbohydrate 75g
- Sugar 9g
- Fiber 6g
- Fat 13g
- Sat Fat 5g
- Sodium 778mg
- Cholesterol 20mg
What does this mean? See Nutrition 101.
Quick Tip
To slice basil thin, stack the leaves, then roll them up (like a cigar). With a sharp knife, slice thinly.
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