Vegan: pasta nicoise

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Pasta Nicoise

 

Recipe By :Jan Wolff, Food Writer, New Jersey

Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Pasta {Posted}

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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1 pound fresh green beans -- trimmed; 1-inch pieces

1 pound red potatoes -- scrubbed; 1-inch pieces

1 tablespoon salt

1 pound dried pasta (penne or bow ties work well)

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic -- minced

1 medium onion -- peeled and chopped

28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes (preferably organic) -- (Canned)

20 kalamata olives -- pitted and chopped

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

6 leaves fresh basil (optional) -- chopped (6 to 8)

 

In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add green beans, potatoes,

salt, and pasta. Stir gently to prevent sticking. Cook until al dente, about 12

minutes.

 

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion.

Sauté 5 minutes, until onion is soft. Stir in tomatoes and olives. Break up

large tomatoes with the edge of a spoon. Simmer 5 minutes for flavors to blend.

Add vinegar, pepper, and fresh basil. Drain pasta and vegetables. Combine in a

large serving bowl with tomato mixture. Serve hot.

 

Servings: 6 to 8.

 

Description:

" vibrant flavors of a French nicoise salad. "

Source:

" North Jersey.com News October 30, 2002 "

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 352 Calories; 7g Fat (17.7% calories from

fat); 10g Protein; 63g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 1106mg

Sodium. Exchanges: 3 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 1/2 Fat.

 

NOTES : What can you do in the time it takes water to boil? It depends, of

course, on how much water. When preparing pasta, you should use at least 4

quarts of water for every pound. One pound will give you about 15 minutes to

create a delicious vegan topping for the pasta. The purple kalamata olives are

a tangy substitute for anchovies. A crisp green salad and a loaf of good Italian

bread will round out the meal. Be sure to cut the potatoes no larger than 1-inch

pieces or they will not cook thoroughly.

 

 

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