Sun-dried tomato pesto made from scratch gives al dente pasta and roasted vegetables a burst of flavor in this colorful pasta dish. It has a great mix of savory, sour, and fragrant ingredients that work well together in every bite.
Ingredients: 200g pasta of your choice. 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained. 2 cloves garlic. 1/4 cup pine nuts. 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/3 cup olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 cups mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Fresh basil leaves, for garnish. Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish.
Instructions: Start by heating the oven up to 400F 200C. Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta until it is al dente. Remove the water and set it aside. Put the garlic, pine nuts, basil, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil in a food processor and blend them together. Pulse until it's smooth. Add pepper and salt to taste. Add the mixed vegetables to a large bowl. Add the olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Toss the vegetables until they are well covered. Place the vegetables on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper so that they are all in one layer. Roast in an oven that has been heated up for 20 to 25 minutes, or until soft and slightly caramelized. Warm up the sun-dried tomato pesto in a big pan over medium-low heat. Place the cooked pasta and roasted vegetables on top. Toss until everything is covered and hot all the way through. Add fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese to the top of the pasta before serving. Have fun!