20 Minute Veggie Protein Pasta
Are you a pasta lover?!
Over on my Instagram page and YouTube Channel I've been talking all about the pillars of women's health, for less stress, better digestion, and happy hormones.
I just want to remind you that when you eat nutrient dense foods..
you are also supporting gut health and blood sugar
which is significantly reducing that internal stress
and therefor supporting your overall stress capacity
Which in turn supports your hormones, AND mental health
Isn't it amazing how our bodies work together as a WHOLE?!
All that said.. enjoying meals that are supportive to all the things mentioned above does NOT have to be difficult OR boring!
Take for example, this Roasted Veggie Protein Pasta Bowl. (not only delicious but also contains tons of fiber, protein, and other specific nutrients -such as magnesium, iron, and B vitamins that your body as a woman NEEDS. )
**Choosing an option such as chickpea or lentil pasta is going to give you protein and fiber. And a meal like this can also be a great way to sneak in those veggies this time of the year!
Even better?.. This recipe can be ready in 20 minutes, requires very minimal prep, it's nutrient dense , AND absolutely delicious!
Make it stand out
What you need:
1 Eggplant (large, diced into half-inch pieces)
1 Zucchini (medium, chopped)
2 cups Cherry Tomatoes
2 Carrot (medium, sliced)
½ cup Red Onion (large, sliced)
2 Garlic (cloves, minced)
4 tbsp Thyme (fresh)
1 tsp Sea Salt (to taste)
1 tbsp avocado oil
10 oz Chickpea Pasta (dry)
3 - 4 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar (to taste)
What you do:
Preheat the oven to 425. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss together everything except the pasta and balsamic vinegar. Transfer to the baking sheets and spread the veggies in an even layer. Roast for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain the water and return the pasta to the pot.
Add the roasted veggies to the cooked pasta and stir in the balsamic vinegar. Taste and adjust the salt, thyme, or balsamic vinegar as needed.
OPTIONAL (but recommended)
Add additional fresh herbs, spinach, marinated tofu, chicken, turkey, salmon, avocado, or pumpkin seed to top!
Want to sauce it up even more?.. Click here to grab my favorite Hormone Loving PASTA SAUCE recipe!
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Xo,
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