Description
Beetroot Pasta Sauce is a vibrant, creamy alternative to traditional pasta sauces that will transform your meals into a feast for the eyes and palate. This nutritious dish combines the earthy sweetness of fresh beets with the savory notes of garlic and cheese, making it a delightful choice for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a colorful weeknight meal, this sauce is quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes! Plus, it’s easily adaptable for vegan diets by substituting feta with silken tofu. Serve it over your favorite pasta or pair it with fresh herbs and nuts for an extra touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 large beetroot (about 170g)
- 100g feta cheese (or silken tofu for vegan option)
- 2–3 chopped garlic cloves
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and crushed black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or cilantro for garnishing
Instructions
- Prepare the beets by washing, peeling, and chopping them. Sauté chopped garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add chopped beets and salt to the skillet; sauté briefly then cover and simmer until tender.
- Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook pasta according to package instructions.
- Blend cooked beets, sautéed garlic, feta (or tofu), lemon juice, and reserved pasta water until smooth.
- Combine drained pasta with beet sauce; adjust seasoning and consistency if needed.
- Serve garnished with crumbled feta (if using) and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg