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High Protein Pasta Dinner with Sun Dried Tomato Paste |
I was not planning on even writing this "recipe" up in my blog, but the result was so delicious, and so simple to throw together, that I thought it was worth sharing, especially after receiving this morning's Dr. Oz newsletter which listed both sun dried tomatoes and green peas as "surprising sources of protein." I honestly had no idea. I knew that they were both highly nutritious, but I didn't know that a cup of each one contains a remarkable 8g of protein! Green peas are also really high in fiber and one cup provides 100% of your daily vitamin C.
As for the sun dried tomatoes, they are truly one of nature's healthiest foods. As stated above, one cup contains 8g of protein, in addition to 7g of fiber and half of the potassium that your body needs in a day. They are also high in iron, the B vitamins thiamine, riboflavin and niacin, as well as vitamin K. Sun dried tomatoes also contain high amounts of vitamins A and C, as well as other highly important antioxidants. Honestly, they are amazing, and the perfect way to add some super nutrition to any pasta dish you are making. I did use pesto filled ravioli, but this paste would be good with any type of pasta, rice, chicken or fish meal, or even as a spread on a sandwich. I definitely plan to make it again soon and will share how I incorporate it into my next culinary adventure. Buon appetito!
High Protein Pasta Dinner
with Sun Dried Tomato Paste
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organic whole wheat pesto ravioli and homemade sun dried tomato paste |
20 sun dried tomatoes
1/2 C. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried Italian seasoning, optional
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 or 2 packages whole wheat ravioli (or preferred pasta)
2 C. frozen organic green peas
4 vegan Italian sausages (I used Tofurky brand), cooked in the oven
In a small food processor or high powered blender, thoroughly combine the sun dried tomatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes until a thick oily paste forms. Set aside. Cook the ravioli according to package directions. Drain pasta and return to pan, along with the sun dried tomato paste. Add in the frozen peas, and heat through. Toss with the vegan sausage and serve immediately.
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all mixed together in the pot |
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dinner is served |
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