MEDITERRANEAN PASTA
I've done it. I've found the PERFECT gluten free pasta. I could never love another gluten free pasta more, unless it were made of healthier ingredients. This is a treat for us, I try to stay away from processed foods, so noodles that aren't made of vegetables are a rare thing in this house- but when they make an appearance I WANT TO MARRY THEM. This spaghetti brings me straight back to my childhood- the perfect indulgence for a cold winter night. I hope you love as much as I do! xx- Sarah {more after the jump}
INGREDIENTS:
1 package of gluten free spaghetti
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
25 oz of diced, peeled tomatoes (I used this brand)
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 cloves of garlic, pressed
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried oregano, dried marjoram
1/2 cup kalmatta olives, pitts removed, slices in half
1 cup of chickpeas
1 heaping cup of dino kale, stems removed and sliced
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
1/2 tsp sea salt
fresh cracked black pepper
red pepper flakes
METHOD:
For the pasta:
- Being a large pot of salted water to a boil
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions
For the sauce:
- In a large, heavy bottomed sauce pan combine onion, garlic and olive oil. Cook until onions are softened and slightly carmelized, then add chopped tomatoes, basil, oregano, marjoram, coconut sugar and sea salt.
- Simmer on medium low heat for 5-10 minutes.
- Add chickpeas and olives, simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes, red pepper flakes (optional) and fresh cracked black pepper and additional sea salt to taste
- Add kale and mix well until kale is wilted.
- Serve steaming hot! Enjoy!
Reader Comments (15)
I am SO making this tonight!! looks delish!!!
that looks amazing, and the best part is -- i already have all the ingredients at home minus the coconut sugar. does it make a huge difference if i omit that ingredient?
xo, lily on fillmore
Mmm living on a greek island, makes me love everything mediterranean!
I like anything with Kalamon olives!Their actual name in Greece..I even make my own since I have an olive tree. I never thought of adding chickpeas..Great recipe!
YUM!!!!
I'm loving the sauce here! Absolutely gorgeous recipe as always.
I am making this tonight! This recipe will be a quick yet super flavorful! Add a salad, wine and some jazz and we have the makings for a great evening!
This looks so incredible I clicked over from Pinterest because I think it might be my dinner here in a day or two. perfect vegetarian meal! xx thanks for sharing!
xx
Lauren Martin
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