Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225g) whole wheat or gluten-free pasta of your choice
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (dry-packed), chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
- Optional: Nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan for topping
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and toasted pine nuts to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
- Add pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Season: Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves just before serving.
- Serve: Divide the Sicilian Sunburst Pasta among plates. Optionally, sprinkle with nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Enjoy your Sicilian-inspired pasta dish filled with vibrant Mediterranean flavors!