Ziti with Poblanos and Chipotle Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
19%
Ziti with Poblanos and Chipotle Sauce
45 min.
8
364kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pasta game with a dish that’s bursting with flavor and a hint of smokiness? Introducing Ziti with Poblanos and Chipotle Sauce, a delightful vegetarian recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, preparing a cozy family meal, or simply looking for a satisfying side dish, this ziti recipe is sure to impress.

The combination of fresh poblano chiles and the rich, smoky notes of chipotles in adobo creates a sauce that’s both creamy and vibrant. Tossed with perfectly cooked ziti and topped with crunchy toasted pumpkin seeds, this dish offers a wonderful contrast of textures and flavors. The addition of cilantro and scallions adds a fresh touch, making each bite a delightful experience.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to 8 people, this recipe is not only delicious but also practical for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can indulge without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to savor a dish that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon chipotles in adobo canned chopped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 2.3 cups onion thinly sliced
  • 0.5 pound poblano pepper fresh stemmed seeded thinly sliced lengthwise
  • servings pumpkin seeds raw green hulled toasted (pepitas)
  • cup roasted peppers red chopped
  • cup spring onion chopped ( 1 bunch)
  • 1.5 cups cream sour
  • pound penne pasta 

Equipment

  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Cook onion, poblanos, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in oil in a heavy medium pot over medium heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Add red peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, cook ziti in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain ziti.
  4. While ziti cooks, purée chipotles with sour cream in a blender.
  5. Add purée to onion mixture with scallions, cilantro, 1/4 cup cooking water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a simmer, stirring.
  6. Add ziti and toss, moistening with additional cooking water if desired. Season with salt.
  7. green salad

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein10.74%
Fat32.78%
Carbs56.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.13
Glycemic Load
18.23
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.356086886447%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
1.35mg
Isorhamnetin
2.25mg
Kaempferol
0.48mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
11.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:364.46kcal
18.22%
Fat:13.38g
20.59%
Saturated Fat:5.13g
32.06%
Carbohydrates:51.89g
17.3%
Net Carbohydrates:48.03g
17.47%
Sugar:6.01g
6.67%
Cholesterol:25.44mg
8.48%
Sodium:261.38mg
11.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.87g
19.73%
Selenium:37.88µg
54.11%
Vitamin C:37.15mg
45.03%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.64%
Vitamin K:32.59µg
31.03%
Phosphorus:179.35mg
17.94%
Fiber:3.86g
15.43%
Magnesium:52.17mg
13.04%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.83%
Copper:0.26mg
12.78%
Vitamin A:624.08IU
12.48%
Potassium:366.44mg
10.47%
Folate:35.87µg
8.97%
Calcium:85.65mg
8.57%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.48%
Zinc:1.22mg
8.11%
Iron:1.44mg
8.03%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.39%
Vitamin B3:1.41mg
7.05%
Vitamin E:0.95mg
6.31%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.99%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious