Vegan Pasta Alla Norma Vegan Eggplant Pasta
Pasta Alla Norma is a traditional Sicilian dish named after the opera 'Norma' by Vincenzo Bellini.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 250 gram Pasta
- 400 gram Eggplant
- 500 gram Tomatoes
- 2 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 20 gram Basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cut the eggplant into small cubes and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the eggplant cubes and cook until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 10g20%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.