Southwestern Skillet Pasta Recipe 🌶️🍲
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Looking for a delicious, low-fat dish that’s bursting with Southwestern flavors? Try out this Southwestern Skillet Pasta! Packed with protein from black beans and tofu crumbles, and topped with gooey cheddar cheese, it’s not only healthy but also incredibly satisfying. Plus, it comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you need a quick and nutritious meal. Serve it with crunchy tortilla chips for an extra special touch!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cans | Black beans |
| 8 oz | Tofu crumbles |
| 1 cup | Cheddar cheese |
| 1 | Scallion |
| 1 bag | Tortilla chips |
| 1 can | Enchilada sauce |
| 2 1/2 cups | Water |
| 1 cup | Corn |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 581.3
- Fat: 14.5g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 29.7mg
- Sodium: 1591.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 83.7g
- Fiber: 11.8g
- Sugar: 11.7g
- Protein: 31.8g
Instructions:
- In a large nonstick skillet over high heat, bring 1 can of enchilada sauce and 2-1/2 cups of water to a boil.
- Stir in the pasta and return to a boil.
- Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is just tender, about 12 minutes.
- Stir in the black beans, tofu crumbles, corn, and the remaining enchilada sauce. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the mixture.
- Cover and cook until the mixture is heated through and the cheese is melted, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Uncover and remove from heat.
- Sprinkle with chopped scallions.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips on the side, if desired.
Enjoy your Southwestern Skillet Pasta! 🌮🍝
