Vegetarian Cajun Pasta (Protein Packed)

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 215kcal

This lightened up Cajun Pasta is the perfect easy, weeknight dish to whip up any time of the year! A delicious PROTEIN-PACKED vegetarian dish as is, or add your favorite protein for even more protein. This pasta is lower carb, filled with fiber, and a real crowd pleaser! Easily made vegan by subbing or omitting the shredded cheese.

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Ingredients

16- oz. uncooked chickpea penne pasta or pasta of choice
2 tsp olive oil
1 medium red pepper diced (150g)
1/2 medium yellow onion diced (120g)
3 garlic cloves minced
1 Tbsp cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1.5 cups fat-free milk 360g - or any milk
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth 60g
1/2 cup low fat cheddar cheese 56g

Instructions

Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse well, and set aside.
In a large, deep skillet add olive oil and set to medium-high heat. Add onions, peppers, and garlic and sauté until softened. Add cooked penne, cajun seasoning and salt; stir until combined. Slowly add milk to skillet.
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and whisk until completely incorporated. Pour into the skillet and stir well to full incorporate. Add the cheese; continue stirring until the cheese has melted.
Set heat to a simmer and continue stirring occasionally until the sauce has thickened. Then remove from heat, let cool and enjoy!

Notes

To make gluten-free: use gluten-free pasta

To make dairy-free: use dairy-free milk and dairy-free cheese

Recommended Protein Pairings:

Cooked ground beef
Cooked ground turkey
Shredded rotisserie chicken
LFF Greek Chicken
LFF Salsa Verde Chicken
vegetarian: black beans, tofu, ground beyond beef or more vegetables of choice

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MFP Entry: LFF Cajun Pasta

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