Curried Penne
30 minutes or fewer This unusual ingredient combination surprised VT staffers with its rich, satisfying flavor. Buttermilk creates a tangy, creamy pasta saucewith half the fat of an Alfredo sauce.
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30 minutes or fewer
This unusual ingredient combination surprised VT staffers with its rich, satisfying flavor. Buttermilk creates a tangy, creamy pasta saucewith half the fat of an Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. whole-wheat penne pasta
- 3 Tbs. slivered almonds
- 1 Tbs. canola oil
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
- 1/2 tsp. whole cumin seeds
- 1 small tomato, diced (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 1/2 tsp. mild curry powder
- pinch cayenne
- 1 cup frozen peas, rinsed under hot water
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
Preparation
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds, and toast 2 to 3 minutes, or until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Transfer to small bowl.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook 2 minutes, or until softened. Stir in cumin, and cook 1 minute more, or until fragrant.
- Add tomato, curry powder and cayenne. Cook 1 minute, or until liquid has evaporated. Add peas, and cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat, and stir in buttermilk.
- Drain pasta, and transfer to large serving bowl. Toss with buttermilk sauce, top with cilantro and almonds, and serve.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size Serves 4
- Calories 348
- Carbohydrate Content 56 g
- Cholesterol Content 4 mg
- Fat Content 8 g
- Fiber Content 9 g
- Protein Content 13 g
- Saturated Fat Content 1 g
- Sodium Content 433 mg
- Sugar Content 8 g
- Trans Fat Content 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content 0 g