Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: High Fiber
Meal Type: Entree
Ingredients
8oz 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 1/2cup)
1 1/2 tsp Mild curry powder
Pinch of 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 sreve.
Cook's Notes
Nutrition Information
Calories: 348
;
Total Fat: 8.5g
;
Saturated Fat: 1g
;
Carbohydrates: 56g
;
Protein: 13g
;
Sodium: 433mg
;
Fiber: 9g